Untitled (Nude)

c. 1955

Bill Brandt

Associated Names
Bill Brandt

Artist, British, born Germany, 1904 - 1983

The image shows a close-up view of a human torso, from just below the shoulders to just above the hips. The person's arms are crossed in front of their chest. The photo does not reveal any facial features or hair, focusing instead on the midsection and the natural curves of the body. The skin appears smooth and evenly toned, highlighted by the lighting, which creates a soft contrast and enhances the shadows along the body's contours. There are no clothing items visible, nor are there any objects or jewelry present. The background appears plain and is composed of a gradient that transitions from light to dark shades.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Jeffrey Hugh Newman

  • Dimensions

    overall: 25.4 x 20.3 cm (10 x 8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2004.142.4


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Jeffrey Hugh Newman, Hoboken, NJ; Gift to NGA, 2004.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

All on verso: center left stamped in black ink: BILL BRANDT; lower right stamped in black ink: BILL BRANDT; by later hand, lower left in graphite: B11

Wikidata ID

Q64145374

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