Industriebauten (3)

1988

Bernd and Hilla Becher

Associated Names
Bernd and Hilla Becher

Artist, German, he: 1931 - 2007, she: 1934 - 2015

The image shows a symmetrical brick building with a gabled roof and a stepped pattern along the edges. There are narrow rectangular windows, a circular window, and a uniform brick pattern on the facade. The building is in an urban setting, and other structures are visible nearby.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 30.7 x 40.4 cm (12 1/16 x 15 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2008.30.8.3

Associated Artworks

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[[PLACEHOLDER ARTWORK]]

The image shows a large industrial building with distinct architectural details, including a gabled roof and a symmetrical facade composed of alternating vertical stripes of brick and plaster. The composition focuses tightly on the building, which dominates the frame. Various industrial objects and equipment are displayed in front of the building. The image is in black and white, emphasizing the contrast between the dark bricks and lighter elements, as well as highlighting textures and patterns. In the distance, there is a skeletal structure and a tree branch visible behind the building, and a curved street lamp to the right.

Industriebauten (1)

Bernd and Hilla Becher

1988

The image shows a frontal view of an industrial-style brick building, potentially an old warehouse or factory. Large arched forms are engraved into the surface of the building. The viewpoint is straight on, offering a full view of the front facade. The horizon is not visible. The doors are large and white, located beneath the arches. The building shows signs of wear with cracks and staining. The color palette is monochrome with various shades of gray. Other structures can be seen in the distance on the right side.

Industriebauten (2)

Bernd and Hilla Becher

1988

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Eileen and Michael Cohen, New York; NGA purchase (through Zwirner and Wirth, New York), 2008.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

on verso, center in graphite: 3

Wikidata ID

Q64145261

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