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The image shows a man from the waist up, standing with his arms crossed against his chest. He has a moustache, round glasses, and dark, short hair. He is dressed in a white shirt, a dark vest, and a patterned tie, covered by a stained work apron. He is standing near a table filled with artist's tools, including paint tubes and brushes. Behind him are several canvases, one displaying part of a painting. The background shows an artist's studio with additional canvases, an easel, and other work materials visible.
Max Yavno, Kuniyoshi at Easel, Old New York, 1941, gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard, Gift of Marjorie and Leonard Vernon, 1995.94.2

Kuniyoshi at Easel, Old New York

Max Yavno · 1941 · gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1995.94.2

This is a photograph of a city street scene. It features a lively urban street with vintage vehicles. A cable car labeled "Washington & Jackson Sts." with the number 516 is prominent in the foreground. Surrounding the cable car are vintage automobiles, trucks, and other vehicles in motion. Tall buildings with signs advertising hotels, cafes, and businesses line the street. Pedestrians are crossing the street, and cable car tracks run down the center of the road. The image captures a moment in 20th-century city life.
Max Yavno, Powell Street, San Francisco, 1947, gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard, Gift of Marjorie and Leonard Vernon, 1995.94.3

Powell Street, San Francisco

Max Yavno · 1947 · gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1995.94.3

This is a black and white photograph of a snowy street scene with a horse and buggy. The scene features a snowy urban street with a horse-drawn wagon parked beside a vintage car. The sidewalk and steps leading to brick apartment buildings are lightly covered in snow. The buildings have a classic structure with fire escapes, and signs in the windows indicate rooms for rent. Snowflakes are falling in the image, adding to the wintry atmosphere. The scene is evocative of a time when horse-drawn carriages and motor vehicles coexisted on city streets.
Max Yavno, Winter, 16th Street, c. 1940, gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard, Gift of Marjorie and Leonard Vernon, 1995.94.1

Winter, 16th Street

Max Yavno · c. 1940 · gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1995.94.1

This is a photograph of a building facade with hand-painted warnings. The image shows signs on a building warning intruders. One notice reads, "NOTICE PLEASE IF YOU ARE A BURGLAR, BE WARE OF SHOT-GUN BEHIND CLOS DOORS." Another section shows a shotgun illustration with text saying, "BE CAREFUL I SLEEP HERE." The paint on the wooden door and wall is peeling. The address "11208" is above the door, and there is minimal plant life visible. A tree trunk is on the right side. The scene conveys caution and an urban environment focused on self-preservation.
Max Yavno, Watts, California, 1977, gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard, Gift of Marjorie and Leonard Vernon, 1995.94.8

Watts, California

Max Yavno · 1977 · gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1995.94.8

The image contains various lines and shapes, including a prominent triangular shape. The composition features an abstract mix of splatters and streaks in yellow, red, and white against a dark background. A triangular cut-out reveals what looks like a window pane, showing neon-like tree branches in pink and purple. The contrast between chaotic splatters and the structured window-like element creates visual interest.
Barbara Kasten, Juxtaposition: Site 2, 1988, chromogenic print, Marjorie and Leonard Vernon Collection, 2004.147.1

Juxtaposition: Site 2

Barbara Kasten · 1988 · chromogenic print ·  Accession ID  2004.147.1

The image shows two men standing outside a building. The man on the left is slightly turned with his hands in the pockets of his long, light-colored trench coat, looking towards his right. He has a wide-brimmed hat and short hair. The man on the right is inside a doorway, leaning against the doorframe with his right hand in his coat pocket. He wears a darker overcoat, a suit, and a tie, topped with a wide-brimmed hat. The background shows the exterior of a building with visible doorframes and a slightly recessed doorway. The setting appears to be urban, with the men standing on what seems to be a sidewalk.
Max Yavno, Two Chinese, San Francisco, 1947, gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard, Gift of Marjorie and Leonard Vernon, 1995.94.5

Two Chinese, San Francisco

Max Yavno · 1947 · gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1995.94.5

The image shows a sculpture of a giant leg on a platform at night. The sculpture appears to be a light shade, possibly pale or white, and has a sleek surface. It is illuminated and stands out against the night background. Nearby, there is a luminous sign advertising "stockings" by "Sanderson." The urban setting includes surrounding lamps and buildings.
Max Yavno, The Leg, Los Angeles, 1949, gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard, Gift of Marjorie and Leonard Vernon, 1995.94.7

The Leg, Los Angeles

Max Yavno · 1949 · gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1995.94.7

This is a photograph of an ice vending machine at night. The image features a large white vending machine with the word "ICE" displayed prominently. The photograph is taken in black and white, with strong artificial lighting creating sharp shadows around the machine. The pricing information for different types of ice is shown on the right side of the machine. The overall mood of the photograph is moody and mysterious, highlighting the isolated presence of the vending machine against the dark backdrop of night.
Max Yavno, Ice Machine, Los Angeles, 1978, gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard, Gift of Marjorie and Leonard Vernon, 1995.94.9

Ice Machine, Los Angeles

Max Yavno · 1978 · gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1995.94.9

The image shows two men. One is seated in the middle, while the other is leaning over a camera on the left. The seated man is positioned centrally, facing forward with his hands resting on his lap. He has distinct facial features with creased skin and is wearing a white turban. His clothing consists of a long coat over a lighter-colored outfit. On either side of him, there is older photographic equipment, including a large box camera on a tripod. The man standing on the left is wearing a long-sleeved coat, leaning over the camera to take a photograph. The backdrop behind the seated man depicts an elaborate, painted cityscape with domed buildings and tall spire-like trees.
Max Yavno, Photographer, Cairo, 1947, gelatin silver print, Gift of Marjorie and Leonard Vernon, 1995.94.11

Photographer, Cairo

Max Yavno · 1947 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1995.94.11

Two men are seated in a small space surrounded by fabric bundles. The man on the left is using a sewing machine, while the man on the right is smoking a cigarette. The room has a rustic appearance with stones on the floor and fabric-covered walls. The lighting is dim, creating soft shadows in the room.
Max Yavno, Repairing Sacks, Cairo, 1979, gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard, Gift of Marjorie and Leonard Vernon, 1995.94.12

Repairing Sacks, Cairo

Max Yavno · 1979 · gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1995.94.12