Richard Gordon

American, 1945 - 2012

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Richard Gordon, Meta Photographs, 1994, portfolio of 47 gelatin silver prints, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.1-47

Meta Photographs

Richard Gordon · 1994 · portfolio of 47 gelatin silver prints ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.1-47

The image displays a photograph held in a person's hand. The photograph shows a person standing upright with their hands on their hips facing the camera. The individual has long, light-colored hair and is unclothed. In the background of the photograph, there is studio lighting equipment and possibly a backdrop. The image has a grainy, monochrome quality with enhanced contrast and a textured appearance. The immediate environment around the photograph is not visible.
Richard Gordon, Movie, Santa Cruz, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.34

Movie, Santa Cruz

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.34

The image contains three black and white framed photographs on a wall. The leftmost frame shows an elderly couple seated together, the middle frame displays a portrait of a man, and the rightmost frame features a young man. The background is a textured wall with small marks and a slightly reflective surface.
Richard Gordon, Pink Teacup, N.Y.C., 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.13

Pink Teacup, N.Y.C.

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.13

The sculpture depicts an elderly man seated on a wooden chair beside a small table. The man wears a short-sleeved shirt and pants and raises his right hand. The sculpture appears to be made of a material resembling porcelain or painted resin. The man's features, face, and hands are detailed and painted in a monochrome or earthy tone. A small table next to him holds an alarm clock. Reflections of the surroundings, including the photographer's silhouette, are visible in the glass.
Richard Gordon, Atlantic City, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.14

Atlantic City

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.14

The image displays a large, triangular shape intersected vertically by a straight line. The abstract composition resembles a tent-like structure seen behind a pane of glass. The triangular form could be reminiscent of a mountain peak or the sail of a boat. A faint reflection of clouds in the background adds texture to the composition.
Richard Gordon, Seattle, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.42

Seattle

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.42

The image shows a museum or exhibit space with a large photographic mural displaying a lunar landscape. Above the mural is an image of Earth. A glass display case is in the foreground, with a textured carpeted floor underneath. The color palette is monochromatic, focusing on shades of black, white, and gray.
Richard Gordon, San Francisco (First Generation Computer Store), 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.45

San Francisco (First Generation Computer Store)

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.45

The image depicts a man standing and holding an upside-down photo of Albert Einstein with both hands. The man has curly hair, a mustache, and is in a simple white T-shirt. Various papers, folders, and other items are scattered in the background.
Richard Gordon, Gary Singer, Santa Cruz, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.11

Gary Singer, Santa Cruz

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.11

This is a photograph of two individuals standing on a sidewalk. The image captures a cracked concrete sidewalk with two individuals standing, both facing away from the viewer. One individual is wearing a wide-brimmed hat and dark pants and appears to be holding a device up to their face. The other individual is wearing light-colored pants and a patterned jacket and also has a camera around their neck. They have an additional bag on the sidewalk next to them. The background shows an empty road, leading to a block of buildings and vintage cars are parked along a side road. The scene is a quiet urban environment.
Richard Gordon, Leadville, Colorado, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.21

Leadville, Colorado

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.21

This is a photograph featuring a shoe display in front of a beach scene. The image shows a black and white picture of a store window display. In the foreground, there are several pairs of shoes arranged neatly on a surface resembling sandy terrain. Behind the shoes, a large photographic backdrop shows a serene beach scene with waves, a pebbled shore, dunes, and a sky. The composition combines fashion and a coastal setting.
Richard Gordon, Fifth Avenue, N.Y.C., 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.28

Fifth Avenue, N.Y.C.

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.28

The image shows a black and white photograph of a wire mesh trash can on a city street. Steam is rising from a manhole or vent beside the trash can. The street is deserted, with buildings on either side leading to a vanishing point in the distance.
Richard Gordon, N.Y.C., 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.24

N.Y.C.

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.24