Light Volume

1937

Nathan Lerner

Associated Names
Nathan Lerner

Artist, American, 1913 - 1997

The image displays curved lines and cylindrical shapes with alternating light and dark bands. The patterns create a sense of depth and movement. The shapes resemble waves or ripples of water, and the cylinders suggest pipes or tubular structures. The interplay of shadow and light enhances contrasts and adds an enigmatic aura. The forms appear suspended in an ambiguous environment, possibly suggesting ethereal or surreal architectural elements.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Kiyoko Lerner

  • Dimensions

    image: 7.9 × 11.2 cm (3 1/8 × 4 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2012.115.43

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Nathan Lerner; Estate of Nathan Lerner, Chicago, 1997; gift to NGA, 2012.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

on verso, stamped, upper center in black ink: Photo By Nathan Lerner / This Print For One Time Use Only; by unknown hand, center in graphite: "Light Volume" / Light Box Exp./1937; lower center: New Bauhaus; lower left: 026.232.3.09; lower right: INV 1850

Wikidata ID

Q64158430

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