Le Souffle

1931

Man Ray

Associated Names
Man Ray
Artist, American, 1890 - 1976
The image shows intersecting curved and wavy lines over solid shapes in the center. It has an abstract quality, drawing attention to the arrangement. The central shape resembles fan blades, with a circular hub and extending arms, surrounded by a mesh-like pattern. The structure combines spiraling and straight elements, evoking a mechanical appearance, possibly resembling a vintage electrical fan entangled in wires.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    photogravure

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Robert B. Menschel

  • Dimensions

    image: 26 × 20.2 cm (10 1/4 × 7 15/16 in.)
    mount: 37.5 × 27.5 cm (14 3/4 × 10 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2022.154.28.6

  • Portfolio Title

    Électricité

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Estate of Robert B. Menschel, New York; gift to NGA, 2022.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

2023

  • Etched by Light: Photogravures from the Collection, 1840 – 1940, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 2023 - 2024

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