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The image shows a collection of barrels stacked on a wooden dock or platform. The color palette is monochromatic, ranging from light grays to dark blacks, indicating it is a black and white photograph. The barrels are placed towards the right side of the image, with shadows cast on the platform on the left. Water is visible in the upper portion of the image, with a lightly textured surface and reflections from the light source.
Florence Kemmler, Oil Drums, c. 1929, chlorobromide print, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2024.71.1

Oil Drums

Florence Kemmler · c. 1929 · chlorobromide print ·  Accession ID  2024.71.1

This is a photograph of a film shooting set taking place outdoors. The image captures the scene where various pieces of film equipment, including a camera mounted on a tripod, are set up around a vintage car. There are multiple pairs of black boots lined up in the foreground. To the right, a hose is laid out on the ground next to a grassy area. In the background, there is abundant greenery with trees. A person is seen on horseback.
Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, 100 Boots in the Park. Central Park, New York City, May 16, 1973, 2:40 p.m., 1973, halftone print (postcard), Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2015.205.49

100 Boots in the Park. Central Park, New York City, May 16, 1973, 2:40 p.m.

Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz · 1973 · halftone print (postcard) ·  Accession ID  2015.205.49

This image shows a landscape scene of a rugged path lined with dense vegetation. The horizon line is not visible, but there is a slope with a structure partially hidden by trees. Various plants cover the slope and ground, with a monochrome color palette capturing varying shadows and lights.
Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd., 100 Boots Taking the Hill (4). Lomas Santa Fe, California. June 13, 1972, 2:47 p.m., 1972, halftone print (postcard), Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2015.205.42

100 Boots Taking the Hill (4). Lomas Santa Fe, California. June 13, 1972, 2:47 p.m.

Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd. · 1972 · halftone print (postcard) ·  Accession ID  2015.205.42

This is a photograph of numerous black boots neatly arranged in front of a chain-link fence enclosing an industrial area. The image captures an outdoor scene featuring a collection of tall black boots lined up in a neat formation on the ground. In the background, behind the boots, a fenced area contains industrial equipment comprising of large pipes and valves. The fence itself is decorated with a sign that prohibits trespassing, loitering, and tampering. The foreground has patches of wild grass and weeds growing.
Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd., 100 Boots Trespass. Highway 101, California. May 17, 1971, 2:30 p.m., 1971, halftone print (postcard), Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2015.205.8

100 Boots Trespass. Highway 101, California. May 17, 1971, 2:30 p.m.

Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd. · 1971 · halftone print (postcard) ·  Accession ID  2015.205.8

The image shows a group of boots arranged in puddles, creating an abstract pattern with their reflections. In the background, there is a large truck and what seem to be skeletal structures of a roller coaster, with parked vehicles nearby.
Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd., 100 Boots Doing Their Best. Del Mar, California. June 24, 1972, 11:30 a.m., 1972, halftone print (postcard), Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2015.205.25

100 Boots Doing Their Best. Del Mar, California. June 24, 1972, 11:30 a.m.

Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd. · 1972 · halftone print (postcard) ·  Accession ID  2015.205.25

The image shows a landscape with a body of water in the middle. The horizon is low with a hill running across. Dark bottle-like shapes are close to the viewer. The water reflects light, contrasting with the dark land beyond. In the background, a hill with a winding pathway through shrubs and vegetation is visible against the sky. The color palette is high contrast, creating a monochrome, abstract quality.
Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd., 100 Boots in the Marsh. San Elijo Lagoon, California. October 8, 1971, 8:00 a.m., 1971, halftone print (postcard), Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2015.205.20

100 Boots in the Marsh. San Elijo Lagoon, California. October 8, 1971, 8:00 a.m.

Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd. · 1971 · halftone print (postcard) ·  Accession ID  2015.205.20

The image shows a composition of dark and light shapes with angular lines and rectangles resembling windows. A large dark silhouette surrounds lighter rectangular patches that resemble windows with light shining through. One rectangle is framed by branches, resembling a tree outside a window, while a smaller rectangle in the lower right corner also suggests a window, reinforcing the architectural theme.
Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd., 100 Boots Outside. Del Mar, California. October 14, 1971, 10:30 p.m., 1971, halftone print (postcard), Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2015.205.16

100 Boots Outside. Del Mar, California. October 14, 1971, 10:30 p.m.

Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd. · 1971 · halftone print (postcard) ·  Accession ID  2015.205.16

The image displays various shapes and lines framing the scene. Parallel horizontal lines of the store shelves lead the eye into the distance. Rows of black rubber boots fill the space between the shelves like soldiers on parade. The arrangement in a grocery aisle might evoke thoughts of orderly troops amidst packages goods, blurring commercial and whimsical elements.
Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd., 100 Boots in the Market. Solana Beach, California. May 17, 1971, 9:30 a.m., 1971, halftone print (postcard), Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2015.205.4

100 Boots in the Market. Solana Beach, California. May 17, 1971, 9:30 a.m.

Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd. · 1971 · halftone print (postcard) ·  Accession ID  2015.205.4

The image shows rows of upright boots arranged in a linear pattern on the sidewalk. The boots are aligned in front of a building, with a backdrop of the building facade, plants, and flags.
Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd., 100 Boots at the Bank. Solana Beach, California. February 9, 1971, 10:00 a.m., 1971, halftone print (postcard), Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2015.205.3

100 Boots at the Bank. Solana Beach, California. February 9, 1971, 10:00 a.m.

Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd. · 1971 · halftone print (postcard) ·  Accession ID  2015.205.3

The image depicts a room with a damaged organ in the center, surrounded by charred walls and ceilings. Debris is scattered across the floor. On the left, there are upturned boots on a windowsill, and outside, tangled vegetation is visible. Through an open doorway, more debris is seen outside, and a window to the right lets in pale light, highlighting silhouettes of objects in the room.
Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd., 100 Boots Take It. Lomas Santa Fe, California. June 22, 1972, 4:30 p.m., 1972, halftone print (postcard), Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2015.205.44

100 Boots Take It. Lomas Santa Fe, California. June 22, 1972, 4:30 p.m.

Eleanor Antin, Phel Steinmetz, Frye & Smith, Ltd. · 1972 · halftone print (postcard) ·  Accession ID  2015.205.44