Self-Portrait

1964/1969

Lee Friedlander

Associated Names
Lee Friedlander

Artist, American, born 1934

This image comprises strong vertical and horizontal lines, geometric shapes, and reflective surfaces. Layered reflections on the glass surface blend exterior elements like cars and flags with the interior setting. A bright glare resembling a starburst pattern is cast by the sun. Inside, rows of small photographs are mounted on a wooden wall, reminiscent of a passport photo display. A man's profile is visible as a reflection, along with a shadowed silhouette suggesting the photographer.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 16.4 x 24.8 cm (6 7/16 x 9 3/4 in.)
    sheet: 27.8 x 35.6 cm (10 15/16 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.22.173

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

NGA purchase, 2001.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

center verso in graphite: Lee Friedlander; center right verso in graphite: 75-11

Wikidata ID

Q64156452

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