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The image shows a man standing outdoors. He is facing the camera with a straight posture, arms at his sides. He has a youthful face with prominent eyes, a defined nose, and short hair under a military-style cap. He is dressed in a uniform with a buttoned-up jacket, epaulettes, trousers, and knee-high boots with puttees. Nearby, a horse is tied to a wooden fence next to a wagon with branches. The setting includes trees, a thatched structure, and another person walking away in the background.
André Kertész, Self-Portrait, 1915, gelatin silver print, Gift of The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, 1999.122.2

Self-Portrait

André Kertész · 1915 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1999.122.2

The image displays a man captured in profile from the waist up. He is leaning slightly forward and facing to the left, with one hand on a large camera and the other hand on the windowsill. His facial features include a rounded head, a long nose, and a focused expression. He has neatly combed short hair, wears a short-sleeved, button-up shirt with rolled-up sleeves, and a loosely hanging tie. A watch adorns his wrist. In the background is an open window showing a building facade. The setting appears to be indoors, with part of a curtain visible on the right side.
André Kertész, Self-Portrait in the Hotel Beaux-Arts, 1936 or 1938, gelatin silver print, Gift of The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, 1998.90.3

Self-Portrait in the Hotel Beaux-Arts

André Kertész · 1936 or 1938 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1998.90.3

André Kertész, Clock of the Académie Française, 1929, gelatin silver print, Purchased as a Gift of The Howard Gilman Foundation and The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation Fund, 1996.60.1

Clock of the Académie Française

André Kertész · 1929 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1996.60.1

The image shows a snowy park scene from an elevated perspective. The focus is on the leafless trees scattered throughout the park, their branches forming intricate patterns against the snow-covered ground. The photograph is in black and white, emphasizing the contrast between the dark trees and the light snow. A winding pathway, fences, a solitary figure in the distance, and street lamps are also visible.
André Kertész, Washington Square, January 9, 1954, gelatin silver print, Gift of The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, 1997.123.5

Washington Square

André Kertész · January 9, 1954 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1997.123.5

The image shows the upper half of a man's body. He is positioned at a forward tilt while smiling broadly. He has curly, short hair, and his eyes are slightly squinted with a cheerful demeanor. The man appears to be shirtless with visible collarbones and chest hair. He is surrounded by tall grasses reaching up from the ground, indicating he is in a natural outdoor setting. The background consists of more grasses, suggesting he is in a field or meadow. No jewelry or objects are present in the image.
André Kertész, Jeno Kertész, c. 1919, gelatin silver print, Gift of The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, 1999.122.10

Jeno Kertész

André Kertész · c. 1919 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1999.122.10

The image shows a man in a seated position on a wooden railing, which extends over a body of water, giving a partial view of his upper body, legs, and face. He is shirtless, wearing only a pair of swim trunks. His facial features include a narrow face with a straight nose, prominent cheekbones, and short dark hair that slightly falls over his forehead. There is no visible jewelry or handheld objects. Around him, several other individuals are seen, either standing in the water or lounging on the railing, one of whom is reading a piece of paper. The background features a wooden structure, possibly changing rooms or bathhouses, under a tiled roof with shadows cast on the walls. The scene is reminiscent of a swimming or bathing area, characterized by its casual, public atmosphere.
André Kertész, Self-Portrait, September 11, 1921, gelatin silver print, Gift of The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, 2000.170.18

Self-Portrait

André Kertész · September 11, 1921 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2000.170.18

The image shows a street scene from a slightly elevated viewpoint. The horizon is not prominently visible, obscured by trees and structures along the street. The sky is overcast, creating muted tones. The textures are smooth with reflections on the wet pavement. The scene includes a horse and carriage, people under umbrellas walking on the street, and rows of trees. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing contrasts and wet surfaces shimmering with reflections.
André Kertész, Street Scene, Budapest, May 24, 1919, gelatin silver print, Gift of The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, 2000.170.8

Street Scene, Budapest

André Kertész · May 24, 1919 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2000.170.8

The image consists of overlapping triangular and rectangular shapes arranged in a dynamic configuration. One shape appears to be a piece of paper with text, while another shows an illustration of a hand holding a bottle. The elements resemble a collage, similar to pages from a newspaper or a scrapbook. Shadows and overlapping angles add depth to the layered appearance of the image.
André Kertész, Going for a Walk, 1958, gelatin silver print, Gift of The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, 2001.124.6

Going for a Walk

André Kertész · 1958 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2001.124.6

In the image, there is a man standing next to a wooden staircase. He is dressed in a three-piece suit with a white shirt and black tie. The man has a relaxed posture, with one arm on the staircase railing and the other on his hip. He has a strong jawline, distinct cheekbones, and dark, styled hair. The background is plain and dim, emphasizing the man.
André Kertész, Young Man on Stairs, c. 1926-1927, gelatin silver print, Gift of The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, 1997.123.6

Young Man on Stairs

André Kertész · c. 1926-1927 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1997.123.6

This is a photograph of an empty cobblestone street with large columns and buildings. The image captures an urban scene where a street winds between tall columns on the left and a building on the right. Sunlight casts long shadows on the ground, adding depth to the image. In the background, more buildings line the street, while a lamppost stands on the sidewalk. The atmosphere is serene, with light fog diffusing the sunlight.
André Kertész, Courbevoie, January 1926, gelatin silver print, Gift of The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, 2000.170.27

Courbevoie

André Kertész · January 1926 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2000.170.27