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Paul M. Hertzmann, Inc.

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A hand holding a cigarette rests on an ashtray, with another hand lying nearby and a wine glass filled with a dark liquid casting a shadow to the right. The image is monochrome, featuring various shades of black, white, and gray. The largest hand is positioned to the left, grasping the cigarette and ashtray, while the other hand is placed near the top center, and the wine glass is located to the right side of the image.
Marcia Resnick, She would demurely sip cherry kool aid from a wine glass and puff on bubble gum cigarettes., 1978, gelatin silver print, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2014.179.1

She would demurely sip cherry kool aid from a wine glass and puff on bubble gum cigarettes.

Marcia Resnick · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2014.179.1

The image contains abstract shapes and lines forming a composition. In the center is a large sweeping form with jagged edges and textured details. On both sides are symmetrical triangular outlines. Below the main shape are fragmented forms resembling torn paper or abstract landforms. The scene conveys a sense of movement and flow.
Ralston Crawford, Photogram, 1947, gelatin silver print, Robert B. Menschel Fund, 1999.91.3

Photogram

Ralston Crawford · 1947 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1999.91.3

This is a photograph of an indoor scene featuring a flowing dark form and stark shadows. The image captures a blurred, flowing shape that seems to be in motion across a backdrop of vertical curtains or drapes. A shadow ladder is prominently cast on the light-colored backdrop on the left side. The harmonious contrast between light and shadow, sharp lines, and soft motion creates a striking visual effect.
Ilse Bing, Ballet "L'Errante", Paris, 1933, gelatin silver print, Shenker Block Fund, R. K. Mellon Family Foundation, and Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund in Honor of the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2015.110.1

Ballet "L'Errante", Paris

Ilse Bing · 1933 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.110.1

The image shows the upper half of a man seated with crossed arms. He has his eyes closed and a serene expression on his face. He has short hair and is wearing a light-colored shirt under denim overalls. In the background is a rough wall with a visible hinge.
Louise Dahl-Wolfe, William Edmondson, 1933, gelatin silver print, Purchased as the Gift of the Gallery Girls, 2020.8.1

William Edmondson

Louise Dahl-Wolfe · 1933 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.8.1

This is a photograph of a nighttime street scene featuring bright lights and a windmill. The image captures an urban scene at night, focusing on a brightly lit building or carousel with numerous lights outlining its structure. In the foreground, a stationary vehicle can be discerned, partially silhouetted against the lit backdrop. A circular light pattern, possibly the rotating blades of a windmill, is visible against the night sky. Billboards or posters can be seen in the background, adding to the urban atmosphere. The photograph's high contrast between light and dark areas contributes to a dramatic and lively depiction of a bustling night location.
Germaine Krull, Moulin Rouge, Paris, c. 1929, gelatin silver print, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2016.172.1

Moulin Rouge, Paris

Germaine Krull · c. 1929 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.172.1

The image shows a person from the waist up. The individual is seated and leaning forward, resting their head against their left hand, with the elbow on a surface. They have short, dark hair that is slightly tousled, with one lock falling on their forehead. The person's face appears relaxed with a non-smiling expression, and they are wearing small, round glasses. The individual is dressed in a dark collarless garment over a white or light-colored shirt. There are no visible pieces of jewelry or objects being held. The background is blurred with indistinct shapes and shades.
Heinrich Kühn, Walther Kühn, 1911, gum dichromate over platinum print, Robert B. Menschel Fund, 2000.19.1

Walther Kühn

Heinrich Kühn · 1911 · gum dichromate over platinum print ·  Accession ID  2000.19.1

The image features a close-up of a person's upper body with defined facial features. The individual is positioned slightly sideways with their head tilted downward and facing slightly to the right, looking towards the ground. They are wearing a wide-brimmed hat with a decorative ribbon, a white collar, a black bow tie, and a dark-colored jacket. The background is plain and muted, emphasizing the person's profile in the black-and-white photograph.
Tina Modotti, Anita Brenner, 1927, gelatin silver print, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2014.99.1

Anita Brenner

Tina Modotti · 1927 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2014.99.1

This is a black-and-white photograph of hands holding an open book. The hands press into the paper, holding the book open. The nails of the hand appear painted. The pages of the book reveal a passage from "A Tale of Two Cities" by Charles Dickens. The right page displays the concluding line and "THE END" is printed at the bottom. The edges of the paper are slightly worn. A handwritten note below the photograph reads: "She always read the endings of books before the beginnings," with the name "Marcia Resnick" on the right edge.
Marcia Resnick, She always read the endings of books before the beginnings., 1978, gelatin silver print, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2014.178.1

She always read the endings of books before the beginnings.

Marcia Resnick · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2014.178.1

The image shows a young woman's head and shoulders in profile as she lies down on a patterned surface. Her body is mostly out of the frame except for the side of her face, neck, and a partial view of her shoulder. Her head is positioned sideways, resting on some patterned fabric. Her facial features, including a defined nose and closed eyes, are visible. She has medium-length wavy hair. The photograph captures natural light across her skin and hair, enhancing the texture. The background consists of abstract patterns in the fabric beneath her. The image is in black and white, emphasizing the contrast in tones.
Imogen Cunningham, Gertrude Gerrish, late 1920s, gelatin silver print, The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation Fund, 1996.108.1

Gertrude Gerrish

Imogen Cunningham · late 1920s · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1996.108.1

This is a photograph of an urban residential alley. The image shows a narrow space between brick buildings, with multiple lines strung across the alleyway holding various articles of laundry. The buildings on either side have metal fire escapes and cast distinct shadows onto the walls and ground. The ground features faint markings and a small abandoned tricycle.
Ilse Bing, New York: Courtyard with Laundry and Reflections of Sunlight, 1952, gelatin silver print, The Marvin Breckinridge Patterson Fund for Photography, 1999.96.1

New York: Courtyard with Laundry and Reflections of Sunlight

Ilse Bing · 1952 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1999.96.1