Roadside Ambush

c. 1967–1972, printed 2007

Martha Rosler

Associated Names
Martha Rosler

Artist, American, born 1943

This is a photograph of a living room with eclectic decor. The room has a high, white-paneled, sloping ceiling with wood beams. The light color palette of the walls and floor enhances the airy feel of the space. Various furniture pieces, including a white sofa, an armchair, a plaid-covered chair, and a small wicker stool, are scattered around the room. Patterned cushions and throws add texture and warmth to the seating area. A large potted plant is near a window, bringing a natural element indoors. A basket filled with firewood and decorative items is placed by a fireplace with a white, mounted sculpture above it. On the floor, there is a grouping of pillows and a blanket, adding a casual feel to the setting. In one corner, there is a round table with two ornately carved chairs, topped with fabric, enhancing the room's eclectic charm. The composition of the photograph captures a sense of comfort and style, blending rustic elements with elegant details.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    inkjet print (photomontage)

  • Credit Line

    Gift of the Artist and Mitchell-Innes and Nash

  • Dimensions

    image/sheet: 50.8 × 61 cm (20 × 24 in.)
    framed: 53 × 63.5 × 3.8 cm (20 7/8 × 25 × 1 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2015.121.1

  • Series Title

    from the series “House Beautiful: Bringing the War Home”


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Martha Rosler, New York; gift to NGA (through Mitchell-Innes & Nash, New York), 2015.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

2025

  • The '70s Lens: Reimagining Documentary Photography: National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, October 6, 2024–April 6, 2025


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