Metropolitan Museum of Art Centennial Ball - New York City, New York 1969

1969, printed 1974

Garry Winogrand

Associated Names
Garry Winogrand

Artist, American, 1928 - 1984

This is a black-and-white photograph of a dance floor at a formal event. The image shows several individuals dancing and interacting with each other. The setting appears to be a party or gala, as everyone is dressed in formal attire. Feather boa accessories and flowing hairstyles contribute to the sense of movement. In the background, there are musicians playing. The perspective and compositions capture a dynamic moment, emphasizing the social energy and excitement of the gathering.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Lee and Maria Friedlander

  • Dimensions

    image: 22 x 32.7 cm (8 11/16 x 12 7/8 in.)
    mount: 37.5 x 50.2 cm (14 3/4 x 19 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2006.117.3.12

  • Portfolio Title

    Garry Winogrand

Associated Artworks

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The image shows three people under a wooden structure on a sandy ground. The person in the center is standing with their head obscured by a low wooden beam. They are holding a towel and wearing shorts. The second person is sitting on the sand, looking towards the third person. The third person is seated behind the second, wearing glasses, a hat, a tank top, and shorts. The sandy ground is scattered with debris. Above them is a solid wooden structure with pillars supporting it. Light filters through gaps above, casting patterns on the sand.

Coney Island - New York City, New York 1952

Garry Winogrand

1952

This is a photograph of a book cover. The book cover has a textured fabric appearance with a neutral, earthy tone. Large, bold letters in dark uppercase font are positioned near the top and bottom left corners, spelling "GARRY WINOGRAND."

Garry Winogrand

Garry Winogrand

1974

The image shows a driveway leading to a garage. A tricycle is on its side on the driveway, with a child walking towards the garage. Another child is standing in the garage entrance. In the background, there are low mountains and cloudy skies. The color palette is predominantly gray. On the right side, the landscape transitions into barren terrain towards the mountains.

Albuquerque, New Mexico 1958

Garry Winogrand

1958

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lee and Maria Friedlander, New York; gift to NGA, 2006.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

signed by artist, lower right in graphite: Garry Winogrand, lower left in graphite: 70/75

Wikidata ID

Q64154167

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