Platinum Test Materials 6/17

1989

Irving Penn

Associated Names
Irving Penn

Artist, American, 1917 - 2009

This is a collage made of various black and white images. The collage features close-up shots of facial features, such as eyes and facial expressions, alongside more abstract images like a cup and saucer, a skull on a mechanical device, and artifacts with intricate textures or patterns. Some photos are taped at the corners with masking tape, and the positioning varies, with some overlapping. The use of black and white gives the composition a classic appearance, highlighting the details and textures in each piece.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    collage of platinum/palladium prints on assorted papers

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Irving Penn

  • Dimensions

    framed: 76.2 x 55.9 cm (30 x 22 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2002.119.6


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Irving Penn; gift to NGA, 2002.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64155290

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