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Fifteen Photographs by Manuel Alvarez Bravo

1974

Manuel Álvarez Bravo

Associated Names

Manuel Álvarez Bravo

Artist, Mexican, 1902 - 2002

The image shows a black cover with embossed text that reads "Fifteen Photographs by Manuel Alvarez Bravo."

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Artwork overview

Medium

portfolio of 15 gelatin silver prints
Credit Line

Gift of Lee and Maria Friedlander
Dimensions

overall: 4 x 38.2 x 51.5 cm (1 9/16 x 15 1/16 x 20 1/4 in.)
Accession Number

2006.117.1.1-15

The image shows various circular and oval shapes, with a focus on eyes. A large circular sign with an eye is prominent in the composition. The reflections and placements of eyes across glass and mirrored surfaces give the impression of eyes looking in different directions. The text on the sign and windows indicates a storefront setting, suggesting optical services. — Parabola Optica (Optical parable)

Manuel Álvarez Bravo

1931

The image shows a young girl leaning forward on a balcony railing. She has long dark hair styled in braids and is wearing a light-colored dress with short sleeves, dark stockings, and shoes. The background features a weathered wooden door and wall, suggesting an exterior residential setting. The metal railing creates shadows in the image. — El ensueño (The daydream)

Manuel Álvarez Bravo

1931

La buena fama durmiendo (The good reputation sleeping)

Manuel Álvarez Bravo

1939

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lee and Maria Friedlander, New York; gift to NGA, 2006.

Associated Names

Lee and Maria Friedlander

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