Zócalo, Mexico City - Limited Edition

Zócalo, Mexico City – Limited Edition

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This 1 of 10 Limited Edition large 71x60 inch print, photographed by Jesse Goff in 1997, captures a surreal and cinematic moment in the heart of Mexico City’s Zócalo. In the foreground, a young boy in a crisp white shirt carefully arranges a blonde mannequin head—his prop for advertising hairdressing services—while the vibrant energy of the surrounding street market swirls just beyond the frame.

The contrast is striking: lifelike artificiality meets gritty reality beneath a vast, brooding sky. Dark, dramatic clouds loom above, casting soft, filtered light that bathes the scene in subdued gold and earthy tones. The moment feels suspended—intimate yet exposed, poised somewhere between the ordinary and the extraordinary.

Captured on film and drum scanned at high resolution, the photograph preserves every subtle texture—from the fabric of the boy’s shirt to the shine of the mannequin’s hair and the glow of late afternoon light. The analog process enhances the image’s tonal richness and atmosphere, resulting in a composition that feels both documentary and dreamlike.

At 71x60 inches, this museum-quality print commands attention. When framed and matted, the final piece will have additional dimensions due to the matting and frame width. Each print is produced with archival materials to ensure lasting brilliance and depth. As availability decreases, values are expected to rise, making this not only a statement piece but a strong long-term investment for collectors.