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Gary Sokol

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This is a photograph of a construction scene on a steel structure above a body of water. The image captures a view of two construction workers on the exposed beams of what appears to be a bridge under construction. The foreground features the steel framework and cables, while the background shows an urban landscape with buildings. The photograph is in sepia tones and illuminated by daylight.
Peter Stackpole, Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge), 1934–1936, gelatin silver print, Gift of Gary B. Sokol, 2024.91.7

Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge)

Peter Stackpole · 1934–1936 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.91.7

The image shows an aerial view of a large body of water with a bridge tower under construction in the center. Surrounding the tower are barges, cranes, and industrial buildings along the shoreline. The background features hills in the distance and a haze obscuring the horizon. The scene is monochromatic with sepia tones, giving it a historical appearance. The water is calm and reflects the structures in the area.
Peter Stackpole, Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge), 1934–1936, gelatin silver print, Gift of Gary B. Sokol, 2024.91.2

Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge)

Peter Stackpole · 1934–1936 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.91.2

The image displays a construction site with large concrete pillar structures positioned on the right, with additional structures in the background. On the left, there is a metal framework extending into the scene, possibly part of a bridge under construction. The setting includes hills, trees, and a clear sky with a gradient in tones. The photograph is in sepia.
Peter Stackpole, Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge), 1934–1936, gelatin silver print, Gift of Gary B. Sokol, 2024.91.4

Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge)

Peter Stackpole · 1934–1936 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.91.4

This is a photograph of a worker balancing on a large hook over a body of water with an industrial setting in the background. The black and white image captures a dramatic moment where a worker is performing a task high above the water. The worker is secured with a safety harness and helmet, and is gripping a rope, standing on a large metal ball that is part of the crane's hook mechanism. Below, parts of another worker and more equipment are visible. In the background, there is a body of water bordered by industrial structures and distant hilly terrain. The photograph emphasizes the theme of industrial labor and the conditions often associated with it.
Peter Stackpole, Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge), 1934–1936, gelatin silver print, Gift of Gary B. Sokol, 2024.91.1

Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge)

Peter Stackpole · 1934–1936 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.91.1

This is a photograph of workers on a steel structure. The photograph shows a tall steel structure, with detailed riveted steel beams. The structure is against a clear sky. The monochrome enhances the texture and light play on the metallic surface, emphasizing the scale and height of the construction. The composition conveys a sense of industrial strength and engineering complexity.
Peter Stackpole, Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge: Constructing the Cable Guide Tower), 1934–1936, gelatin silver print, Gift of Gary B. Sokol, 2024.91.6

Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge: Constructing the Cable Guide Tower)

Peter Stackpole · 1934–1936 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.91.6

The image shows a man standing on a steel girder high above a body of water. He is facing towards the right side of the image, with his body slightly turned towards the camera. The man is wearing a protective helmet, jacket, and trousers suitable for labor work. He has a safety harness secured around his waist and is gripping a large bolt on the metal beam. In the background, there is water extending towards a distant cityscape under a slightly overcast sky, with industrial buildings and ships visible on the horizon.
Peter Stackpole, Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge), 1934–1936, gelatin silver print, Gift of Gary B. Sokol, 2024.91.5

Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge)

Peter Stackpole · 1934–1936 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.91.5

This is a photograph of a zeppelin flying in the distance, captured alongside the structure of a bridge. The image features a close-up perspective of a bridge's steel elements, which are prominently displayed in the foreground. The structure showcases a series of large rivets and a cable running diagonally across the frame. In the background, a zeppelin gently floats in the sky above a vast, indistinct landscape. The photograph utilizes a monochromatic palette, giving it a timeless, historical feel, and emphasizing the contrast between the industrial construction and the smooth expanse of the sky.
Peter Stackpole, Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge), 1934–1936, gelatin silver print, Gift of Gary B. Sokol, 2024.91.3

Untitled (Building the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge)

Peter Stackpole · 1934–1936 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2024.91.3

The image shows a ground-level view looking up at a metal structure of an elevated train track or bridge. The horizon is hidden by the steel beams and ironwork. Stairs lead to the elevated platform with ornate railings. The image is black and white, highlighting textures and light patterns. Nearby, posters with "PUBLIC ENEMY" are on a metal panel. In the distance, parked cars and the street can be seen under the structure as it extends into the background. The monochromatic color scheme gives a vintage feel.
Madoka Takagi, 155th Street and Frederick Douglass Boulevard, Manhattan, 1990, platinum/palladium print, Gift of Gary B. Sokol, 2021.108.1

155th Street and Frederick Douglass Boulevard, Manhattan

Madoka Takagi · 1990 · platinum/palladium print ·  Accession ID  2021.108.1

The image depicts a rocky terrain with a mountain range in the distance. A tree with sprawling branches is in the foreground, surrounded by stony ground, small bushes, and rock formations leading towards the mountains. The color palette is monochromatic, with various shades of sepia and earthy browns. The play of light and shadow highlights the textural qualities of the elements.
Francis Frith, Mount Serbal, from the Wádee Feyrán, Egypt, 1858, albumen silver print, Gift of Gary B. Sokol, 2021.108.7

Mount Serbal, from the Wádee Feyrán, Egypt

Francis Frith · 1858 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2021.108.7

There is an image of a grand cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture. In the foreground, there is a mound of dark earth or rubble partially blocking the view of the cathedral. In the background, the cathedral's facade with a large rose window at the center, surrounded by arches and buttresses, is visible. Scaffolding on the right side indicates ongoing construction or repair work. The horizon is mostly hidden by the building. The image is in sepia tones, and the lighting highlights the stonework details.
Madoka Takagi, Amsterdam Avenue between 111th and 112th Street, Manhattan, 1989, platinum/palladium print, Gift of Gary B. Sokol, 2021.108.6

Amsterdam Avenue between 111th and 112th Street, Manhattan

Madoka Takagi · 1989 · platinum/palladium print ·  Accession ID  2021.108.6