Self-Portrait

1970

Lee Friedlander

Associated Names
Lee Friedlander

Artist, American, born 1934

This is a photograph of an urban scene featuring reflections in glass. The image is composed in black and white, with high contrast and use of light and shadow. On the left side, there is a reflection of a figure in glass, holding an object up to their face. The background includes a street view, vehicles parked along the road, and a building with signage visible. On the right side, the facade of a commercial establishment stands, framed by tall trees. The photograph captures an urban moment with dynamic elements through reflective surfaces and natural light.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 16 x 24.1 cm (6 5/16 x 9 1/2 in.)
    sheet: 27.8 x 35.4 cm (10 15/16 x 13 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.22.177


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

NGA purchase, 2001.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

center verso in graphite: Lee Friedlander; center right verso stamped in black ink: 91 34

Wikidata ID

Q64156539

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