San Francisco Then offers a visual exploration of the cityscape and streets of San Francisco through Fred Lyon’s photography. The images capture moments from a past era, emphasizing architecture, urban life, and the distinct character of the city in earlier times.

The collection is presented in a 112-page format published in 2010, providing a focused retrospective of San Francisco’s historical environment. Lyon’s photographic strategy underscores the mood of the city with a documentary style that highlights both prominent and overlooked details within the urban landscape.