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The image depicts a book cover. It features a wide black section on the right side. The left side has a textured light-colored stripe with the name "EDWARD WESTON" written vertically in bold black letters. The design is minimalistic, focusing on the color contrast and typography, with a small marking in the bottom right corner showing "E. WEYHE" in gold letters.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL, Edward Weston, 1969-1970, color photo-screenprint on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1996.23.13

Edward Weston

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL · 1969-1970 · color photo-screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.23.13

This is a photograph of a vintage book dust jacket. The dust jacket is for a book titled "Lou Gehrig: Pride of the Yankees" by Paul Gallico, with a foreword by Bill Dickey. The central section features black and white photographs of two individuals wearing New York Yankees baseball caps against an orange background. The title is printed in large, bold black letters across the orange area. To the left, there are mentions of another book, "Knute Rockne: All American," by Harry A. Stuhldreher, alongside a publisher's logo of Madison Square Books and suggested readings listed by author name. On the right, there is a brief description of the content and nature of the book about Lou Gehrig, highlighting the narrative as heartfelt and dramatic. The dust jacket's design is bold, with contrasting colors and classic typographic elements, giving a vintage appeal.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL, Lou Gehrig, 1969-1970, color photo-screenprint on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1996.23.41

Lou Gehrig

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL · 1969-1970 · color photo-screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.23.41

This is a photograph of a military intelligence bulletin cover from June 1944. The cover features illustrations of war scenes, including military tanks and soldiers in action, amidst a chaotic landscape suggesting battle conditions. The text "Share this copy!" is prominently displayed at the top, encouraging dissemination of the information contained within. Below this call to action, the title "Intelligence Bulletin" is prominently printed, along with the volume and issue number, which are "Vol. II No. 10". The bulletin specifies that it is for use by military personnel only and is not to be published, indicating its sensitive nature. The bottom edge of the cover includes a citation for the Military Intelligence Division of the War Department, based in Washington, D.C. This cover is colored in shades of beige and brown, giving it a vintage appearance typical of printed materials from the 1940s.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL, Intelligence Bulletin, 1969-1970, color photo-screenprint on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1996.23.39

Intelligence Bulletin

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL · 1969-1970 · color photo-screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.23.39

The image shows a poster depicting a family and various illustrated elements. A man and a woman are standing upright next to each other. The man is on the right, with short dark hair and wearing a dark suit with a white shirt and tie. The woman is on the left, with a bob haircut and wearing a short-sleeved dress. In front of them are two children, a smaller girl covered with a shawl, and a taller boy holding a ball. Other elements include a firetruck marked "DEPARTMENT," an illustration of a police officer on a motorcycle with two children, and the title "City of Burbank California Annual Budget 1968 - 1969" in the upper right corner. The background is mainly mustard yellow with some black elements and text.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL, Final: City of Burbank, California, Annual Budget 1968-1969, 1969-1970, color photo-screenprint on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1996.23.40

Final: City of Burbank, California, Annual Budget 1968-1969

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL · 1969-1970 · color photo-screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.23.40

The image displays a view of the Danube River with the bold, blue text "DIE DONAU" in the upper section. The horizon is low, the water is choppy with swirling patterns, and an industrial skyline with smoke is visible in the background. The color palette is muted with sepia tones dominating, contrasting with the blue text. The image is divided diagonally with a grainy, beige section on the right.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL, Die Donau, 1969-1970, color photo-screenprint on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1996.23.8

Die Donau

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL · 1969-1970 · color photo-screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.23.8

The image shows a portrait of a man's face and upper shoulders. The man is positioned facing the camera directly. He has a receding hairline, closely cropped hair, bold eyebrows, and a neutral expression. He is wearing a fur-coat collar framing his face, without any visible jewelry or accessories. The background is plain, and the photograph is surrounded by a blue border with German text across the top and bottom.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL, Menschen der Zeit, 1969-1970, color photo-screenprint and collage on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1996.23.37

Menschen der Zeit

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL · 1969-1970 · color photo-screenprint and collage on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.23.37

The image shows the upper half of a person standing by a body of water. The person is holding a pan in one hand and resting a shovel on the ground with the other. Their facial features are not clearly distinguished due to the black and white nature of the image, but they have a large, bushy beard and wear a rugged hat. Their clothing appears practical, consisting of a shirt with rolled-up sleeves and knee-length trousers. The person is surrounded by a natural setting, with pebbles or small rocks at their feet and a calm body of water behind them. The image is a black and white photograph bordered by a textured material with embroidery; it serves as the cover for a book titled "Songs of a Sourdough" by Robert W. Service.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL, Songs of a Sourdough, 1969-1970, color photo-screenprint and collage on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1996.23.10

Songs of a Sourdough

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL · 1969-1970 · color photo-screenprint and collage on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.23.10

This is a drawing of a building with bold, three-dimensional text. The image shows a modernist building in an angular perspective with rows of windows on the facade. In the foreground, the text reads "REKLAME durch das Schaufenster," which translates to "advertising through the shop window." The text extends outward in a dramatic perspective, emphasizing the concept of advertisement. The image is framed by a yellow border, and has a vintage, architectural feel typical of early 20th-century design aesthetics.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL, Reklame durch das Schaufenster, 1969-1970, color photo-screenprint on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1996.23.22

Reklame durch das Schaufenster

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL · 1969-1970 · color photo-screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.23.22

The image depicts a book cover with German text "DER RUSSISCHE REVOLUTIONSFILM" at the top, and additional text introducing "64 BILDER EINGELEITET VON A.W. LUNATSCHARSKY." The cover features a crowded scene with people raising hands, rendered in dark tones. At the bottom, the publisher's name "ORELL FÜSSLI VERLAG ZÜRICH UND LEIPZIG" is displayed on a red band, along with bold red initials "SB" in the lower left corner.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL, Der Russische Revolutionsfilm, 1969-1970, color photo-screenprint on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1996.23.7

Der Russische Revolutionsfilm

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL · 1969-1970 · color photo-screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.23.7

This is a photograph of a book cover. The cover features the title "HOW TO READ" by Ezra Pound prominently in bold, uppercase letters. Above the title is the word "PROLEGOMENA." Below the main title, additional text reads "FOLLOWED BY THE SPIRIT OF ROMANCE PART," and at the bottom, it states "TO Publishers." The cover has a plain, textured surface with a utilitarian aesthetic, and the font used enhances legibility. The design suggests an emphasis on content rather than decorative elements.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL, How to Read, 1969-1970, color photo-screenprint on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1996.23.2

How to Read

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Marlborough Gallery, Schellenberg FL · 1969-1970 · color photo-screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1996.23.2