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The image depicts two individuals seated at a table in a dimly-lit room. Only their upper bodies are visible as they face each other. The person on the left wears a beanie, while the person on the right wears a wide-brimmed hat. Facial features are obscured by the low lighting and grainy quality of the image. Both individuals wear darker clothing, and there are bottles on the table in front of them. The walls are covered with newspapers, showing signs of aging with peeling papers and visible patches. One wall has a hook, and the other wall is partially covered with a textured material. The room is narrow, creating an intimate atmosphere.
Ed Grazda, Urubamba, Peru, 1974, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the FRIENDS of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2016.117.18.24

Urubamba, Peru

Ed Grazda · 1974 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.18.24

This is a photograph of a street scene with an old car and a mirror. The image shows a cobblestone street with the car parked in front of a building. The building has old windows with decorative ironwork and peeling walls. In the foreground, there is a mirror reflecting a person with a basket. The mirror adds depth to the image. There are people walking on the sidewalk and standing near the doorway. The photograph captures movement and stillness, using strong contrasts and a candid style.
Ed Grazda, Tepoztlán, Mexico, 1972, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the FRIENDS of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2016.117.18.10

Tepoztlán, Mexico

Ed Grazda · 1972 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.18.10

The image shows the upper half of a man's body from the side. He holds an open book with handwritten pages. His facial features, including a mustache, are in profile. He has short, neatly combed dark hair. The man wears a dark jacket and is standing outdoors. There are several crosses on metal structures on the ground in front of him. In the background, there is a view of a hilly and grassy landscape under a partly cloudy sky. The terrain appears rugged, with rocks and earth visible, and there are trees in the distance.
Ed Grazda, Pologua, Guatemala, 1975, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the FRIENDS of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2016.117.18.1

Pologua, Guatemala

Ed Grazda · 1975 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.18.1

The image shows a blurred individual walking across a concrete floor. The person's motion is depicted with one leg forward. Their face and hair details are indistinct due to the blur. They are wearing a light-colored, possibly knee-length garment. The surrounding area is open with grid-like lines on the floor. A large column is visible in the foreground on the right, casting a shadow. Additional blurred figures can be seen in the background, along with an indistinct wall. The lighting is dim, indicating an indoor or evening setting.
Ed Grazda, Juarez, Mexico, 1972, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the FRIENDS of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2016.117.18.8

Juarez, Mexico

Ed Grazda · 1972 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.18.8

This is a photograph of a performer on a stage creating a fireball. The scene captures a moment of dramatic performance, where a performer in minimal costume stands on a stage with an outstretched arm, holding items creating fire effects, resulting in a large fireball extending upwards. The setting has simple walls and an ornate fabric hanging to one side. The photograph is in black and white, giving it a timeless and gritty aesthetic. Shadows cast on the wall and other individuals observing the performance enhance the dynamism and intensity of the moment.
Ed Grazda, Urubamba, Peru, 1974, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the FRIENDS of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2016.117.18.46

Urubamba, Peru

Ed Grazda · 1974 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.18.46

The image is taken from a ground-level perspective, looking slightly uphill. The horizon stretches across the upper portion of the photo, marked by a gentle hill topped with small bushes and grass. Two figures are walking on the ridge line, silhouetted against a sky dotted with fluffy clouds. Closest to us, a stone pedestal with a post wrapped in fabric stands slightly off-center, its surface adorned with some floral or organic material. The texture of the terrain around it is uneven, with patches of grass interspersed with rocks scattered across the ground. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of gray.
Ed Grazda, Cuzco, Peru, 1974, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the FRIENDS of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2016.117.18.32

Cuzco, Peru

Ed Grazda · 1974 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.18.32

This is a photograph of an ancient architectural facade with intricate geometric patterns. The image captures detailed stone carvings featuring repeating geometric motifs. In front of this facade, a poster or photograph is placed, depicting a person in traditional attire holding a pottery jar, blending with the background's intricate designs. The contrast between the rugged texture of the stone and the smoothness of the poster creates a visual juxtaposition.
Ed Grazda, Mitla, Mexico, 1972, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the FRIENDS of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2016.117.18.34

Mitla, Mexico

Ed Grazda · 1972 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.18.34

The image shows a person walking on a muddy street while carrying a large bundle of foliage. The person is seen from the back, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and dark outdoor clothing. The street is narrow, lined with buildings featuring plain walls and wooden doors. The ground is wet, reflecting light, and the background shows more buildings down the street.
Ed Grazda, Urubamba, Peru, 1974, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the FRIENDS of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2016.117.18.12

Urubamba, Peru

Ed Grazda · 1974 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.18.12

The image depicts two men in a room. One man is seated on a bench, holding a bottle to his mouth. He wears a hat, glasses, a shirt, pants, and shoes. The other man sits on the floor, leaning forward with a cigarette in his hand. He wears a cowboy hat, a jacket, a shirt, pants, and boots. In the background, there are posters on the wall, and several bottles are on the table. Smoke from the cigarette drifts in the air, with a shadow cast on the wall.
Ed Grazda, Momostenango, Guatemala, 1975, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the FRIENDS of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2016.117.18.18

Momostenango, Guatemala

Ed Grazda · 1975 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.18.18

This is a photograph of an open window overlooking a courtyard. The image shows a perspective from inside, looking through an open window with divided panes. The view is of a figure walking away on a cobblestone path, with a weathered, textured wall in the background. The glass in the window is etched with scratches and marks, and the edges of the frame cast shadows. The photograph is in black and white, highlighting textures and contrasts.
Ed Grazda, Paucartambo, Peru, 1974, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the FRIENDS of the Corcoran Gallery of Art), 2016.117.18.40

Paucartambo, Peru

Ed Grazda · 1974 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.18.40