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Stephen G. Stein

Stein, Stephen
Stein, Stephen G.
Stein, Steve
Stephen G. Stein Employee Benefit Trust

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Diane Arbus, Patriotic young man with a flag, N.Y.C. 1967, 1967, gelatin silver print, Gift of Stephen G. Stein, 2022.146.4

Patriotic young man with a flag, N.Y.C. 1967

Diane Arbus · 1967 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2022.146.4

The image shows a view from inside a dense forest, with a path running parallel to a narrow waterway on the left. The scene is enclosed by a thick canopy, filtering sunlight through the trees and creating shadows and highlights on the trunks, leaves, and ground. The color palette consists of deep greens and browns, with patches of sunlight illuminating parts of the path and water.
John Gossage, The Last Days of Fontainebleau, #12, 2017, inkjet print, Gift of Stephen G. Stein, 2024.92.2

The Last Days of Fontainebleau, #12

John Gossage · 2017 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2024.92.2

The image shows a soft-focus view of a water scene, from the edge of a bank looking across a river or lake. The opposite tree-lined shore is subtly visible against a light sky. The horizon is high in the frame, with trees forming a jagged line between the sky and the water. The image emphasizes blur and soft transitions, and the color palette is composed of sepia and gray tones. Near the bank, there is some grass visible, providing contrast to the water and trees. The background fades into a lighter tone towards the sky.
Sally Mann, Virginia, Untitled (Niall's River), 1994, printed 2017, gelatin silver print, Gift of Stephen G. Stein, 2024.92.1

Virginia, Untitled (Niall's River)

Sally Mann · 1994, printed 2017 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.92.1

The image shows a ground-level perspective of a natural landscape. A dirt path leads into tall grasses and vegetation. In the distance, a hill partially covered with bushes or small trees is visible, with the horizon midway up the image. An electric transmission tower is faintly seen behind the hill. The photograph is in black and white, emphasizing contrast and textures of the surroundings. The lighting appears soft, suggesting overcast conditions or diffused sunlight.
Lewis Baltz, San Quentin Point, no. 40I, 1982–1983, gelatin silver print, Gift of Stephen G. Stein, 2015.131.23

San Quentin Point, no. 40I

Lewis Baltz · 1982–1983 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.131.23

The image depicts a person standing with their back facing the camera. They are wearing a dark, structured top and a knee-length skirt. The individual's right hand is resting on their hip, while their left arm hangs by their side. They have short, dark, straight hair and their feet are cut off at the bottom of the frame. The background shows a cobblestone street or courtyard with shadows indicating a light source in front of them. In the background, there is a textured, possibly aged, wall with some geometric details at the top edge. The setting is outdoors and could be in the evening or nighttime.
Brassaï, Une “fille” dans le quartier d’Italie (Streetwalker near the Place d’Italie, Paris), c. 1932, gelatin silver print, Gift of Stephen G. Stein, 2021.5.2

Une “fille” dans le quartier d’Italie (Streetwalker near the Place d’Italie, Paris)

Brassaï · c. 1932 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2021.5.2

This is a photograph of the facade of a building. The photograph captures the frontal architecture of a multi-story building. The facade is characterized by a symmetrical arrangement of windows and doors. The building consists of three levels, each with a row of tall, rectangular windows adorned with dark frames. The top of the building features a decorative cornice with circular embellishments. The doors on the ground level are aligned centrally with some having glass panes allowing visibility into the interior. The monochromatic tone of the photograph highlights the contrast between the lighter wall panels and the darker window and door frames, emphasizing the architectural details and texture of the building's exterior.
Harry Callahan, Dearborn Street, Chicago, 1948, printed later, gelatin silver print, Gift of Stephen G. Stein, 2020.29.92

Dearborn Street, Chicago

Harry Callahan · 1948, printed later · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.29.92

The image shows a view of a desolate beach extending into the distance. The horizon line is high in the image, meeting a line of mist-covered mountains. In the foreground, a large piece of driftwood and scattered pebbles lay on the textured sand. The beach extends to the left, fading into foliage and more driftwood. Water to the right contrasts with the sand, with a rippled surface. The palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray for a somber visual impression.
Robert Adams, The River’s Edge, 2015, gelatin silver print, Gift of Stephen G. Stein, 2020.29.10

The River’s Edge

Robert Adams · 2015 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.29.10

The image shows a landscape scene captured from a low vantage point near a sandy shore. Shallow water creates reflective patterns and the horizon features a dense line of trees and scattered driftwood against an overcast sky. The photo is in monochrome, emphasizing shades of grey transitioning between the trees and the sky. The image conveys a sense of stillness with varying textures where water meets sand and the landscape's contours.
Robert Adams, The River’s Edge, 2015, gelatin silver print, Gift of Stephen G. Stein, 2020.29.13

The River’s Edge

Robert Adams · 2015 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.29.13

Diane Arbus, Neil Selkirk, A young man and his girlfriend with hot dogs in the park, N.Y.C. 1971, 1971, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Stephen G. Stein), 2015.19.5246

A young man and his girlfriend with hot dogs in the park, N.Y.C. 1971

Diane Arbus, Neil Selkirk · 1971 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.5246

The image shows a high-angle view of a suburban area with single-story houses. The rooftops fill the immediate area, extending into the distance. Majestic mountains provide a natural boundary, under a mostly clear sky with some scattered clouds. The black-and-white palette emphasizes contrasts in light and shadow on the houses and creates a sense of orderly development.
Robert Adams, New housing, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 1968–1971, gelatin silver print, Gift of Stephen G. Stein, 2022.146.7

New housing, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Robert Adams · 1968–1971 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2022.146.7