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Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle

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The image displays a garden with a tiled pathway, four concrete blocks dividing the path. Gardening tools are placed near a tree stump. Various plants and shrubs fill the garden space, leading to a house. The scene is in black and white, highlighting contrasts and textures.
John Gossage, Berlin, 1982, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle, 1986), 2016.22.83

Berlin

John Gossage · 1982 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.83

The image shows a tree in the center, set against rippling water without a visible horizon. The focus is on the tree and its reflection in the water, capturing light and shadow. The tree's leaves and branches are clear, each leaf casting a small shadow. The grayscale image features a range of blacks, whites, and grays that highlight the tree's details, along with patches of grass framing its base. Light on the water creates a serene atmosphere.
John Gossage, Berlin, 1982, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle, 1986), 2015.19.4360

Berlin

John Gossage · 1982 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4360

The image shows a slightly elevated view looking down a curved walkway under a canopy of trees. The house is positioned to the left, partially obscured by trees. The surroundings are lush with foliage casting shadows on the path. The path is bordered by dense vegetation and leads into the distance. The image is in black and white, highlighting the interplay of light and shadow, textures, and contrasts of the scene.
John Gossage, Baltimore, Maryland, 1978, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle, 1986), 2015.19.4368

Baltimore, Maryland

John Gossage · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4368

This is a photograph of a concrete barrier with anti-tank obstacles and graffiti. The image shows a fortified barrier with a wide street blocked by anti-tank obstacles. The barrier features a tall concrete wall with various graffiti writings, symbols, and words. Beyond the barrier, there are trees, a sidewalk, and urban buildings in the background. The photo is taken from an elevated view, capturing the surroundings and the tension in the scene.
John Gossage, Bernaurerstrasse, 1982, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle, 1986), 2015.19.4364

Bernaurerstrasse

John Gossage · 1982 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4364

The image displays a garden scene with dense foliage and a wrought iron fence in the foreground. A house is partially visible in the distance, surrounded by trees. The composition is filled with abundant plant life and shadows cast by sunlight. The photograph is detailed, showing textures of leaves and shadows. The color palette is limited to shades of gray, black, and white, emphasizing the contrast between light and shadow.
John Gossage, Baltimore, Maryland, 1978, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle, 1986), 2015.19.4367

Baltimore, Maryland

John Gossage · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4367

The image shows a black and white photograph taken from a front-facing point of view in a wooded area. In the foreground, there is a cluster of dried hydrangea flowers amongst leafless vines. Beyond them, the ground is uneven and leads into a dense gathering of trees and shrubs, obscuring the horizon. In the distance, there is a large tree with expansive, bare branches. The scene is rendered in shades of gray, emphasizing light and shadow across the elements.
John Gossage, Long Island, New York, 1978, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle, 1986), 2015.19.4369

Long Island, New York

John Gossage · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4369

The image shows a construction site with concrete blocks on a dirt surface. A car is parked to the left among trees, and mid-century modern brick buildings line the horizon. Trees populate the horizon, blending urban development with nature. The monochromatic palette emphasizes contrasts between textures and shadows. The right side of the image is filled by a building, enhancing the linear perspective.
John Gossage, Long Island, New York, 1978, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle, 1986), 2016.22.86

Long Island, New York

John Gossage · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.86

The image shows a close-up of a woman's face, capturing the upper part of her body from the shoulders upwards. She is facing slightly away from the camera, looking towards her right. Her facial features include prominent eyebrows, wide eyes, and slightly parted lips. Her straight long hair flows naturally around her face, with a few strands blowing across it. She seems to be wearing a plain top, mostly out of view due to the close framing. The background displays an urban setting with a blurred backdrop, including a U-Bahn (subway) entrance and a building or large structure. A slightly out-of-focus traffic light is visible, suggesting an outdoor city environment.
John Gossage, Doris, Friedrichstraße, 1982, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle, 1986), 2016.22.82

Doris, Friedrichstraße

John Gossage · 1982 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.82

The image shows a narrow path with overgrown plants and lush greenery on both sides. An old wall with a rounded cap runs diagonally on the left, partially in shadow. Trees with narrow trunks and dense foliage line the path, with various wild plants covering the ground. The color palette is monochromatic. The horizon is not visible, and the dense greenery extends into a wooded area, with light filtering through the canopy to highlight the leaves.
John Gossage, Berlin, 1982, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle, 1986), 2015.19.4365

Berlin

John Gossage · 1982 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4365

The image depicts a close-up view of slender branches and plants seen from a low vantage point. The horizon is not visible, with the focus on the detailed vegetation in the lower half. Some trees and structures are seen in the distance, partly obscured by shadows. The monochrome photo uses grayscale tones to highlight the contrast between light and shadow, creating a striking interplay of textures and tones.
John Gossage, Berlin, 1982, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Garfinkle, 1986), 2015.19.4361

Berlin

John Gossage · 1982 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4361