Minor White

American, 1908 - 1976

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This is a photograph of a portfolio cover. The image shows a portfolio titled "JUPITER PORTFOLIO" with the name "MINOR WHITE" at the bottom. The cover is beige with a fine textile appearance, and both the title and name are printed in a classic serif typeface. The overall composition suggests an emphasis on presentation and professionalism.
Minor White, LIGHT Gallery, Jupiter Portfolio, 1975, portfolio of 11 gelatin silver prints, Gift of Robert B. Menschel, 2019.180.1.1-11

Jupiter Portfolio

Minor White, LIGHT Gallery · 1975 · portfolio of 11 gelatin silver prints ·  Accession ID  2019.180.1.1-11
The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a snow-covered wooden dock extending from the bottom to the top of the frame. The backdrop is a frozen or snow-covered body of water, with a soft, unbroken snow surface and small twigs protruding from the snow in the foreground. No horizon is visible, creating a monochromatic and serene scene.
Minor White, LIGHT Gallery, Dock in Snow, Vermont, 1971, gelatin silver print, Gift of Robert B. Menschel, 2019.180.1.11

Dock in Snow, Vermont

Minor White, LIGHT Gallery · 1971 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2019.180.1.11
The image features an abstract composition with a central diamond shape composed of linear patterns. Three thick lines radiate downward from the diamond, resembling a tripod structure. Surrounding the central formation are irregular light streaks and circular forms. The composition has a futuristic and otherworldly quality, with an interplay of light and shadow enhancing the abstract nature.
Minor White, LIGHT Gallery, Navigation Markers, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, 1970, gelatin silver print, Gift of Robert B. Menschel, 2019.180.1.10

Navigation Markers, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

Minor White, LIGHT Gallery · 1970 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2019.180.1.10
The image shows a frontal view of a wooden door with a Gothic-style arch, placed within a weathered building with horizontal wooden siding. The perspective is straight on, emphasizing the symmetry and design of the door. The structure's base is surrounded by tall grass and there are no visible brushstrokes. The image is monochromatic, using a grayscale palette with various tones of gray. Light and shadow accentuate the texture of the wood and grass, creating depth and age to the scene.
Minor White, Church Door (Vicinity of Chéticamp, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia), 1969, gelatin silver print, Gift of Robert B. Menschel, 2022.154.23

Church Door (Vicinity of Chéticamp, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia)

Minor White · 1969 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2022.154.23
A vine with heart-shaped leaves is hanging on a wooden surface, possibly a fence or a wall. The image is in black and white, contrasting the bright leaves with the dark wood. The vine climbs vertically on a narrow wooden plank, with leaves scattered around its curves. The background shows horizontal wooden panels running diagonally from left to right.
Minor White, LIGHT Gallery, Ivy, Portland, Oregon, 1964, gelatin silver print, Gift of Robert B. Menschel, 2019.180.1.9

Ivy, Portland, Oregon

Minor White, LIGHT Gallery · 1964 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2019.180.1.9
The image displays a monochromatic rugged landscape, captured from an elevated angle. The horizon is not visible, focusing closely on the textured terrain. Large smooth rocks are scattered, with smaller dark stones on the ground. The cracked, parched ground creates a mosaic effect. The scene features a gradient of blacks, whites, and greys, emphasizing the contrasts between rocks and soil. The stark visuals are enhanced by black and white, highlighting details. In the upper portion, the ground appears darker and recedes into shadow, enhancing depth and terrain undulations.
Minor White, LIGHT Gallery, Ritual Stones, Notom, Utah, 1963, gelatin silver print, Gift of Robert B. Menschel, 2019.180.1.8

Ritual Stones, Notom, Utah

Minor White, LIGHT Gallery · 1963 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2019.180.1.8
The image shows dark, smooth, curved lines running diagonally across the surface, with highlights that catch the light. The composition resembles the texture of leather or a smooth fabric, with variations in shading and faint cracks and folds suggesting a tactile quality of a well-worn material.
Minor White, Capitol Reef, Utah, 1962, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Sharon Keim), 2015.19.5078.24

Capitol Reef, Utah

Minor White · 1962 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.5078.24
The image shows large rocks with gnarled roots on the central rock. The color palette is grayscale, highlighting rock and root textures and shadows. Other rocks are positioned in the image as well.
Minor White, Castle Rock Trail, Capitol Reef, Utah, 1962, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Sharon Keim), 2015.19.5078.18

Castle Rock Trail, Capitol Reef, Utah

Minor White · 1962 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.5078.18
The image shows vertical streaks and lines descending from the top, resembling elongated icicles, paired with a circular formation near the bottom. This abstract composition creates a texture similar to frost on a winter window, with the circle at the bottom resembling a frosty globe or moon. The contrast between the lighter and darker areas enhances the perception of depth.
Minor White, Frosted Window, Rochester, New York, 1962, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Firestone Contemporary Art Fund), 2015.19.5095

Frosted Window, Rochester, New York

Minor White · 1962 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.5095
The image depicts a close-up portrait of a woman. She is facing slightly to the left with her head resting against a textured surface, possibly rock or stone. Her features include calm eyes, a straight nose, closed lips, and dark hair pulled back. She is wearing a dark jacket with a visible zipper over a light-colored blouse. The background is textured.
Minor White, Drid Williams, Capitol Reef, Utah, 1962, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Sharon Keim), 2015.19.5078.3

Drid Williams, Capitol Reef, Utah

Minor White · 1962 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.5078.3