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The image shows a woman in profile, with distinct facial features, curly hair partially covered by a cloth in a bow, and a ruffled collar garment. She is posed against a plain dark circle background.
Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, Jane Macomb Kennedy, 1797, mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of William Wilson Corcoran), 2015.19.1584.2.7

Jane Macomb Kennedy

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin · 1797 · mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1584.2.7

The image shows small human-like figures arranged in horizontal rows. The figures exhibit abstract shapes composed of lines and solid colors, evoking elements of fantasy and imagination. Some figures resemble people wearing costumes and headgear with animal-like features, such as antler-like protrusions. The scene combines whimsical elements with everyday objects, creating a visual composition.
Marcel Dzama, Susan Inglett Gallery, Lotus Eaters, 2004, color screenprint with watercolor on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the artist), 2015.19.3449

Lotus Eaters

Marcel Dzama, Susan Inglett Gallery · 2004 · color screenprint with watercolor on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3449

The image is an oval portrait of a man in profile view, from the chest up. The man faces right with a slightly raised head. He has distinct facial features, including a prominent nose and chin and short, curled hair. He is dressed in a high-collared shirt and a dark coat. The background is a solid circle, contrasting with the lighter outer area. Below the image, the name "Joseph Bryan" is written in cursive script.
Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, Joseph Bryan, 1805, mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of William Wilson Corcoran), 2015.19.1584.32.9

Joseph Bryan

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin · 1805 · mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1584.32.9

This is a painting depicting spiritual and metaphysical items arranged advertisement-style. The painting includes figure candles, bottles labeled with mystical claims, and vintage advertisement aesthetics like bold text phrases. It features a pair of objects labeled "Paket Kongo" from Haiti, with textures resembling aged paper. The style is reminiscent of Jean-Michel Basquiat, using mixed media and cultural symbols.
Renée Stout, Hand Print Workshop International, Burn for Love, 2000, color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the Hand Print Workshop in honor of Anne and Ronald Abramson and the Directors of the Hand Print Workshop International), 2015.19.3181

Burn for Love

Renée Stout, Hand Print Workshop International · 2000 · color screenprint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3181

The image shows a man's head-and-shoulders profile facing left. He has defined, classically handsome features, short curly hair, and is wearing a high-collared coat with a visible cravat or ascot. The background is a plain, light-toned surface, emphasizing the man in the central circle.
Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, Peter Stephen DuPonceau, c. 1800, engraving in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection, 2015.19.2475

Peter Stephen DuPonceau

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin · c. 1800 · engraving in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2475

This is a photograph of a sequential series capturing motion. The image consists of multiple frames, arranged in two rows, depicting the continuous motion of a figure walking. The figure is carrying an object in one hand. Each frame shows a different phase of the walking cycle. The setting appears to be outdoors, possibly on a stage or plain background. The emphasis is on the contrast and lighting that highlights the contours and shadows on the figure. The style is reminiscent of early motion photography, focusing on the scientific study of locomotion.
Eadweard Muybridge, Plate Number 51. Walking, turning around and using a sprinkling pot, 1887, collotype, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, 1887), 2014.79.103

Plate Number 51. Walking, turning around and using a sprinkling pot

Eadweard Muybridge · 1887 · collotype ·  Accession ID  2014.79.103

The image shows a profile portrait of a man, depicting his upper torso and head. The man is positioned in a side view, facing to the right. His facial features are strong and defined, with a sharp nose and a focused expression on his face. He has short, wavy hair that is neatly styled. He is wearing a dark, double-breasted coat with two visible buttons and a high collar. Underneath, a white cravat is wrapped around his neck. There are no additional adornments or objects visible in the image. The background is a simple gradient shading, providing contrast to the subject's features, and the picture is framed by an oval border. Below the image is a signature reading "B. W. Carter."
Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, Thomas Bolling Robertson, 1807-1808, mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of William Wilson Corcoran), 2015.19.1584.41.1

Thomas Bolling Robertson

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin · 1807-1808 · mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1584.41.1

The image is divided into six sections. The sections show a glass vase with a spiral design, a small case labeled "CONCRETA", a wrapped muffin, a pair of white and blue athletic shoes with orange accents, a packaged PEZ dispenser, and a book titled "Encyclopedia of Antiques". The color palette includes white, blue, orange, red, and muted brown against a predominantly black and white background. The objects are positioned two by two, with the vase, case, and muffin in the top row and the shoes, PEZ dispenser, and book in the bottom row.
Nigel Poor, 26, female, cataloguer decorative arts, 2002, 6 chromogenic prints, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Cheryl Haines and Museum Purchase through support of Shifting Foundation and Jeff Keswin), 2015.19.4954.10

26, female, cataloguer decorative arts

Nigel Poor · 2002 · 6 chromogenic prints ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4954.10

This is a drawing featuring two scenarios - one at a tailor shop and the other at a hair salon. The top panel shows two people in the tailor shop with exaggerated, humorous interactions during a clothing fitting. The bottom panel depicts a scene in the hair salon with a comical hairdressing session. The illustrations are detailed and characterized by expressive, exaggerated characters in a satirical style. The scenes focus on humor in everyday tasks.
Honoré Daumier, Chez le tailleur chez le coiffeur, 1853, lithograph, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Dr. Armand Hammer), 2015.143.584

Chez le tailleur chez le coiffeur

Honoré Daumier · 1853 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2015.143.584

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Safe Zones #7 (the toilets at ZKM)

Jonas Dahlberg · 2001 · architectural models, surveillance cameras, and black and white monitor ·  Accession ID  2015.19.5123