Leg of Sanderson's

1949

Max Yavno

Associated Names
Max Yavno

Artist, American, 1911 - 1985

The image features a sculpture of a human leg and foot on tiptoe. The sculpture is monochromatic, crafted from a smooth, reflective material. It stands on a cylindrical base that is illuminated, contrasting with the dark night background. The sculpture is elevated on a rooftop, appearing larger than life-size compared to nearby objects. A neon sign in the background adds to the urban nightscape.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 24.1 x 15.3 cm (9 1/2 x 6 in.)
    sheet: 25.1 x 16.6 cm (9 7/8 x 6 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.67.249

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Joshua P. Smith, Washington, DC; NGA purchase, 2001.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

center verso in graphite: 99; lower left verso in graphite: #2694-C; lower left verso in red pencil: 4627; lower right verso in graphite: Yavno

Wikidata ID

Q64157867

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