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Mr. Elmar W. Seibel

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This is a photograph of a group standing in a barren landscape. The image features a wide, dry, and expansive landscape, marked by sparse patches of grass and low shrubs, under an expansive clear blue sky. In the center, there is a group closely huddled together, standing slightly below the surface of the surrounding land. The terrain is mostly flat with some gentle undulations.
Gohar Dashti, Iran, Untitled, 2014, inkjet print, Gift of Azita Bina and Elmar W. Seibel in memory of Thomas Klarner, 2015.38.1.8

Iran, Untitled

Gohar Dashti · 2014 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2015.38.1.8

The image shows a group of men in brown uniforms gathered closely together on dry, sparse terrain. They are standing near a wire fence, surrounded by small bushes. The horizon line is high, with a bare, arid hill extending into a light blue sky. The color palette is earthy with browns and tans dominant.
Gohar Dashti, Iran, Untitled, 2014, inkjet print, Gift of Azita Bina and Elmar W. Seibel in memory of Thomas Klarner, 2015.38.1.7

Iran, Untitled

Gohar Dashti · 2014 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2015.38.1.7

The image depicts a circular scene resembling an etching. An elevated viewpoint shows a nude figure seated on the ground interacting with another draped figure. Architectural elements such as columns, sculptures, and curtains are present. Additionally, there is a fountain spraying water upward. In the background are faded urban structures including a dome and a spire-like building. The fine brushstrokes and detailed line work create texture and depth using a sepia color palette, giving the image an antique look.
Virgil Solis, David and Bathsheba, 1540/1550, pen and black ink and gray wash on laid paper, Gift of Elmar W. Seibel, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.13.1

David and Bathsheba

Virgil Solis · 1540/1550 · pen and black ink and gray wash on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1991.13.1

The image shows a barren landscape with rolling, arid hills. In the center, a group of people in formal attire gather closely together. The men wear dark suits, and the women wear white dresses. The horizon is high in the frame, with distant hilltops visible. The sky is cloudy with hints of blue. The color palette is earthy, emphasizing the group's black and white clothing. The composition is balanced, and the formal group stands out against the stark setting.
Gohar Dashti, Iran, Untitled, 2014, inkjet print, Gift of Azita Bina and Elmar W. Seibel in memory of Thomas Klarner, 2015.38.1.6

Iran, Untitled

Gohar Dashti · 2014 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2015.38.1.6

The image shows a group of people on a grassy terrain. They are in a single line facing to the left. The individuals have various clothing and some carry luggage. Traffic cones are placed around their feet. The background is a dry, hilly landscape under a pale blue sky.
Gohar Dashti, Iran, Untitled, 2014, inkjet print, Gift of Azita Bina and Elmar W. Seibel in memory of Thomas Klarner, 2015.38.1.2

Iran, Untitled

Gohar Dashti · 2014 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2015.38.1.2

This is a photograph of a barren landscape with a group of individuals standing in a bathtub. The setting is a dry, expansive terrain with light brown earth and sparse vegetation. The sky overhead is a muted blue with clouds. The individuals are closely grouped together in the foreground, all facing away from the viewer. The bathtub is placed incongruously in the natural setting.
Gohar Dashti, Iran, Untitled, 2014, inkjet print, Gift of Azita Bina and Elmar W. Seibel in memory of Thomas Klarner, 2015.38.1.5

Iran, Untitled

Gohar Dashti · 2014 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2015.38.1.5

This is a drawing of an ornate book page. The page is the title page of a biographical work about Michelangelo Buonarroti, written by Giorgio Vasari. The page's layout is centered with the title "VITA DEL GRAN MICHELAGNOLO BUONARROTI" prominently displayed. An intricate decorative border frames the page, featuring illustrations of cherubic figures on either side, with ornate scrollwork and a coat of arms at the top. Below, there is a small depiction of a cityscape labeled "IN FIORENZA." The text and imagery are printed in a classic typographic style, typical of the Renaissance period, with additional information about the text being produced by "Nella Stamperia de' Giunti 1568."
Giorgio Vasari, Vita de' gran Michelagnolo Buonarroti, published 1568, 1 vol: ill: woodcut illustrations, Gift of Elmar W. Seibel, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.13.2

Vita de' gran Michelagnolo Buonarroti

Giorgio Vasari · published 1568 · 1 vol: ill: woodcut illustrations ·  Accession ID  1991.13.2

The image shows a vast, dry landscape with sparse vegetation, gentle rolling hills, and a soft blue sky. The color palette is dominated by browns and beiges. The ground cover is rocky and arid with scattered scrubby plants. A group of people is seen close by, lounging on a blanket. In the distance, more hills blend with the sky, creating a sense of stillness and remoteness.
Gohar Dashti, Iran, Untitled, 2014, inkjet print, Gift of Azita Bina and Elmar W. Seibel in memory of Thomas Klarner, 2015.38.1.4

Iran, Untitled

Gohar Dashti · 2014 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2015.38.1.4

The image features a group of twelve people sitting on a brown couch in an open landscape with hills in the background under a clear sky. The individuals are wearing long black garments, headscarves, and some wear sunglasses, sitting close together in two rows on the couch. The setting is barren with dry grass and patches of dirt around the couch.
Gohar Dashti, Iran, Untitled, 2014, inkjet print, Gift of Azita Bina and Elmar W. Seibel in memory of Thomas Klarner, 2015.38.1.3

Iran, Untitled

Gohar Dashti · 2014 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2015.38.1.3

This is a photograph of a playground slide installed on a barren hillside. The landscape features dry earth and scattered shrubs across rolling hills. The white metal frame of the slide contrasts with the natural tones of the environment. The sky is clear in the background.
Gohar Dashti, Iran, Untitled, 2014, inkjet print, Gift of Azita Bina and Elmar W. Seibel in memory of Thomas Klarner, 2015.38.1.1

Iran, Untitled

Gohar Dashti · 2014 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2015.38.1.1