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Mr. and Mrs. Brenda and Robert Edelson

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The image shows an expansive view of the sky, captured from a low angle. The horizon, marked by a silhouetted ridge or distant hills, contrasts with the luminous sky. Clouds stretch across the sky in various directions, suggesting movement and depth. The monochromatic palette uses shades of gray and black, highlighting the texture of the clouds. The image conveys the grandeur of the sky with its cloud formations and tonal shifts.
Ralph Steiner, Untitled, 1980, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Brenda and Robert Edelson), 2015.19.4486

Untitled

Ralph Steiner · 1980 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4486

This is a photograph of a rough textured surface with a circular object embedded in it. The image shows a landscape of a gritty surface with the focal point being a round object positioned near the center. Surrounding the object is a spread of material with irregular edges. The surface is speckled with light spots, possibly due to weathering or granular impurities. The composition captures an interaction of man-made and organic elements.
Emila Medková, Černoch (Black Man), 1949, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Brenda and Robert Edelson), 2015.19.4535

Černoch (Black Man)

Emila Medková · 1949 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4535

The image depicts a large, spiraled shell in the central left portion, with a round, pupil-like object in the upper right corner. The color palette is monochrome, with varying shades of gray emphasizing the texture and curves of the shell.
Josef Sudek, Still Life: Shell and Eye, 1948, printed 1955, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Brenda and Robert Edelson Collection), 2015.19.4591

Still Life: Shell and Eye

Josef Sudek · 1948, printed 1955 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4591

The image shows an abstract composition with a slightly disorienting point of view that appears like an upside-down reflection. There is a faint meeting point of sky and land in the middle of the image, forming an inverted V shape sloping downward from right to left. The sky is a pale white dominating the upper half of the scene. A dark silhouette of a tall electrical pole is prominently featured on the left, with additional poles receding into the distance. On the right, the ground slopes upward with a grassy area and hints of dark-toned bushes or small trees. The style is stark and minimalistic, utilizing high contrast between dark elements and the white background. The image is in black and white, lacking traditional brushstrokes. The color palette consists of black, white, and various gray tones.
Jaroslav Rössler, Le Paysage Spatial (Mirage), 1962, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Brenda and Robert Edelson), 2015.19.4683

Le Paysage Spatial (Mirage)

Jaroslav Rössler · 1962 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4683

This is a photograph of an old automobile parked in front of a building. It features a vintage car near a wooden structure with a small window and door. In the background, the side of a large building displays signage for "SARATOGA COAL COMPANY" and "MASON'S SUPPLIES" in bold, contrasting lettering. The structure appears to be a warehouse or industrial building, indicated by its elevated platform and lack of visible windows. The photograph has a warm tonal quality, characteristic of sepia-toned prints.
Ralph Steiner, Saratoga Coal Company, 1929, printed 1980, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Robert and Brenda Edelson), 2015.19.4473

Saratoga Coal Company

Ralph Steiner · 1929, printed 1980 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4473

The image shows a church with a tall spire as the focal point. The church is slightly off-center to the right, with a stone structure and steeply pitched roof. The spire extends high into the pale sky, emphasizing the vertical lines. The horizon is not visible due to the church and surrounding walls occupying most of the image. Another building with brickwork is partially visible on the left. The scene is monochromatic, giving it a classic appearance. In the foreground, there is a paved area curving around gravel separated by a low stone wall. The composition is orderly and serene, with subtle tonal variations enhancing the stone textures.
Werner Mantz, Church, 1932, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Brenda and Robert Edelson Collection), 2015.19.4588

Church

Werner Mantz · 1932 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4588

This is a photograph of a cityscape featuring a large brick wall with partial letters "ACK" visible. In the background, a modern office building with a grid-like facade towers over the scene. The ground is made of cobblestones, and shadows from the letters are cast onto the wall.
Ralph Steiner, Ack-1 (Bohack Grocery), c. 1960, printed 1979, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Robert and Brenda Edelson), 2015.19.4474

Ack-1 (Bohack Grocery)

Ralph Steiner · c. 1960, printed 1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4474

The image shows a large apricot on several broad, dark leaves. The color palette is primarily grayscale, with the apricot standing out as a lighter shade against the deep tones of the leaves.
Man Ray, La Pêche (Peach), 1931, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Brenda and Robert Edelson), 2014.136.412

La Pêche (Peach)

Man Ray · 1931 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2014.136.412

The image shows a grand neoclassical mansion viewed slightly from the side. The stone staircase, tall Corinthian columns, and detailed pediment adorn the entrance, which is elevated and surrounded by railings. The horizon is not distinctly visible. The mansion is partially obscured by tall, leafless trees that cast shadows. The photograph is in black-and-white, emphasizing the texture of the stone, shadows, and architecture. The sky appears clear in the background.
Walker Evans, Belle Grove Plantation, White Castle, Louisiana, 1935, printed 1960s, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Brenda and Robert Edelson), 2015.19.4498

Belle Grove Plantation, White Castle, Louisiana

Walker Evans · 1935, printed 1960s · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4498

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Prayers & Sermons for the Stations of the Cross

April Bernard, Sea Cliff Press · 1983 · bound volume ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3218.2