Achillea umbellata

1928

Karl Blossfeldt

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Karl Blossfeldt

Artist, German, 1865 - 1932

This is a photograph of an abstract form resembling a stylized tree or plant. The image depicts a dark, textured shape that branches out from a central trunk-like form, with several irregularly shaped lobes extending outward. The photograph is monochromatic, providing a stark contrast between the dark form and the lighter background. The branches and lobes are bold with a rugged, rough surface. The image has a graphic quality, emphasizing the abstract nature of the subject and offering an interesting interplay of shapes and textures.

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The image shows a close-up of the top section of a vertically ribbed cactus in various shades of gray. The cactus has a columnar shape with ridges and grooves, ending in a small elevated peak. It is centrally positioned within a rectangular border, against a plain background with slight shadowing. The edges are bordered by a light-colored frame, with a numeral "1" in the bottom-right corner.

Equisetum hiemale

Karl Blossfeldt

1928

This is a photograph of a book cover. The image features a dark green book cover with the title "URFORMEN DER KUNST" printed in gold lettering prominently in the center. Below the title, there is a decorative gold emblem resembling a stylized plant or tree. The edges and corners of the book reveal signs of wear, such as fraying and slight tears. The cover is made of fabric material, which gives it a textured appearance.

Urformen der Kunst

Karl Blossfeldt

1928

The image displays three vertically oriented cone-shaped sculptures with textured and layered designs in grayscale. The material appears to have a smooth finish with ridges and grooves, possibly indicating a wood or metal medium. Each sculpture tapers towards the top and features stacked or layered sections. The sculptures are presented in a row, suggesting a sense of uniformity or thematic connection between them.

a Equisetum hiemale; b Equisetum maximum; c Equisetum hiemale

Karl Blossfeldt

1928

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Provenance

Mary and Dan Solomon; purchase and gift to NGA, 2006.

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