Self-Portrait

1964/1969

Lee Friedlander

Associated Names
Lee Friedlander

Artist, American, born 1934

The image shows a woman partially visible from the waist up on the left side, blocking her face with one arm while holding a large book. She has short hair and wears a light-colored jacket and skirt with a dark handbag. On the right side, a man's reflection is seen holding a camera to his face, capturing the scene. In the background, there are buildings, parked cars, and the sun shining brightly, creating shadows and reflections. Another person is visible in reflection, walking on the sidewalk with a handbag.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 15.9 x 24.1 cm (6 1/4 x 9 1/2 in.)
    sheet: 27.8 x 35.6 cm (10 15/16 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.22.171


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

NGA purchase, 2001.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

center verso in graphite: Lee Friedlander; center right verso in graphite: 74-25

Wikidata ID

Q64156449

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