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There is a doll standing behind a kitchen table with miniature food items and a vintage-style radio. The image is in black and white with various shades of gray, black, and white. The doll is centered and stands in front of a stove; to the left are counters with white bowls and a pan. On the table, there is a pie, a loaf of bread, a container, and other small kitchen items. A chair is positioned to the left, partially out of view, and another chair is on the right against the table. The background includes cabinets and a wall clock.
Laurie Simmons, Woman/Purple Dress/Kitchen, 1976, gelatin silver print, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2008.30.45

Woman/Purple Dress/Kitchen

Laurie Simmons · 1976 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2008.30.45

The image shows a frontal view of an industrial-style brick building, potentially an old warehouse or factory. Large arched forms are engraved into the surface of the building. The viewpoint is straight on, offering a full view of the front facade. The horizon is not visible. The doors are large and white, located beneath the arches. The building shows signs of wear with cracks and staining. The color palette is monochrome with various shades of gray. Other structures can be seen in the distance on the right side.
Bernd and Hilla Becher, Industriebauten (2), 1988, gelatin silver print, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2008.30.8.2

Industriebauten (2)

Bernd and Hilla Becher · 1988 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2008.30.8.2

The image shows a nude woman kneeling, with her body visible from the right side and reflected in two mirrors. She has curly hair tied at the back, and a slightly turned face looking towards the middle of the image. One leg is bent, and the other is touching the ground. She appears to be wearing a small hoop earring. The outdoor setting includes foliage, leaves, and grapes hanging from vines. The mirrors reflect parts of her body and the surroundings, with blurred vegetation in the background.
Carolee Schneemann, Gianfranco Gorgoni, Mud Drying—Sun Process, 1975, gelatin silver print, Gift of Eileen and Michael Cohen, 2011.93.39

Mud Drying—Sun Process

Carolee Schneemann, Gianfranco Gorgoni · 1975 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.93.39

This is a contact sheet with black and white images. The sheet displays a series of frames showing various moments, possibly in an urban setting, potentially related to public transportation. The images capture different expressions, activities, and interactions among individuals in a compartmentalized space. The frames are systematically numbered, indicating their sequence. The images suggest a narrative or candid elements, showing dynamic scenes involving people. Transport-related themes are evident in the images, hinting at a story or sequence captured on film.
Jack Smith, Untitled, n.d., gelatin silver print, Gift of Eileen and Michael Cohen, 2011.93.44

Untitled

Jack Smith · n.d. · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.93.44

Charlotte Moorman, Untitled (Charlotte Moorman performing "Ice Music," Roundhouse Theatre, London, August, 1972), 1972, gelatin silver print, Gift of Eileen and Michael Cohen, 2011.93.34

Untitled (Charlotte Moorman performing "Ice Music," Roundhouse Theatre, London, August, 1972)

Charlotte Moorman · 1972 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.93.34

This is a black and white photograph showing rocks near a calm body of water. The sun's light reflects on the water, creating a glare. Stones line the horizon where a figure stands, their reflection visible in the water. The image has a monochrome color palette with light and shadow contrasting the elements.
Robert Smithson, Untitled, 1970, gelatin silver print, Gift of Eileen and Michael Cohen, 2011.93.47

Untitled

Robert Smithson · 1970 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.93.47

This is a photograph of contact sheet images featuring small black and white photographs. The contact sheet includes multiple rows of frames capturing different scenes with various subjects and settings. Among the scenes are images of mannequins, a "Pay Inside" sign, outdoor settings with a "DONKEY" sign, and a mix of candid, posed, and staged scenarios. The images collectively portray a slice of life through the lens of a camera, typical of photographic negatives used before digital photography.
Jack Smith, Untitled, n.d., gelatin silver print, Gift of Eileen and Michael Cohen, 2011.93.43

Untitled

Jack Smith · n.d. · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.93.43

The image shows a large industrial building with distinct architectural details, including a gabled roof and a symmetrical facade composed of alternating vertical stripes of brick and plaster. The composition focuses tightly on the building, which dominates the frame. Various industrial objects and equipment are displayed in front of the building. The image is in black and white, emphasizing the contrast between the dark bricks and lighter elements, as well as highlighting textures and patterns. In the distance, there is a skeletal structure and a tree branch visible behind the building, and a curved street lamp to the right.
Bernd and Hilla Becher, Industriebauten (1), 1988, gelatin silver print, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2008.30.8.1

Industriebauten (1)

Bernd and Hilla Becher · 1988 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2008.30.8.1

This is a photograph of a pathway leading to a tall lighthouse structure in the distance. The scene captures a blurred motion of an object leaning on a blue ladder-like stand on the left side of the path, which is paved with bricks and is surrounded by dense greenery on both sides. The focal point in the background is a tall, ornate lighthouse or tower with a distinct, cylindrical red top. The path leads toward this towering structure, guiding the eye through the surrounding greenery.
Bas Jan Ader, Broken Fall (Geometric), Westkapelle, Holland, 1971, chromogenic print, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2008.30.2

Broken Fall (Geometric), Westkapelle, Holland

Bas Jan Ader · 1971 · chromogenic print ·  Accession ID  2008.30.2

The image has blurred shapes converging towards the center, creating an abstract visual with a soft, smoky appearance. The forms suggest depth and a window-like opening, reminiscent of a fogged glass pane with shadows peeking through. The corners are darker, leading the eye towards the lighter central area, resembling a faded memory or a distant landscape.
Gerhard Richter, 5.5.89 (May 5, 1989), 1989, gelatin silver print, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2008.30.42.4

5.5.89 (May 5, 1989)

Gerhard Richter · 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2008.30.42.4