André Kertész

American, born Hungary, 1894 - 1985

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The image shows cone-shaped objects arranged in a diagonal repeating pattern on a black textured background. The cones are textured and rendered in gray and black tones. They are organized in a systematic manner, with each cone slightly tilted in a different direction. The composition is framed by a dark border with the text "andré kertesz/still life" at the top.
André Kertész, André Kertész/Still Life, 1981, portfolio of 10 gelatin silver prints, Gift of Susan and Peter MacGill, 2014.146.5.1-10

André Kertész/Still Life

André Kertész · 1981 · portfolio of 10 gelatin silver prints ·  Accession ID  2014.146.5.1-10
The artwork depicts a glass container with a curvilinear, reflective lid and a heart-shaped object inside, positioned in front of a cityscape view. The cityscape is filled with various buildings under a clear sky. The image is in black and white, emphasizing contrast and reflection. The glass container is placed on a ledge, occupying the foreground, while the cityscape stretches across the background.
André Kertész, From My Window, 1978, gelatin silver print, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2001.67.113

From My Window

André Kertész · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2001.67.113
This is a photograph of a small sculptural representation of The Last Supper placed on a windowsill with a cityscape in the background. The photograph highlights the small sculpture, which sits atop what appears to be a paper roll, in the foreground. The sculpture is a miniature version of the iconic scene of The Last Supper, depicting figures around a rectangular table. The background is an out-of-focus view of a city skyline, characterized by the presence of tall buildings, including two prominent twin towers, suggesting an urban environment. The image is black and white.
André Kertész, Last Supper, New York, 1978, printed 1981, gelatin silver print, Gift of Susan and Peter MacGill, 2014.146.5.6

Last Supper, New York

André Kertész · 1978, printed 1981 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2014.146.5.6
The image shows a chair with a draped shirt and an open book with glasses on it at the center. In the foreground, there is a large bouquet of daisies and a basket of different flowers. The color palette is predominantly monochrome, with blacks, whites, and grays due to the black and white nature of the photograph.
André Kertész, Flowers for Elizabeth, New York, 1978, printed 1981, gelatin silver print, Gift of Susan and Peter MacGill, 2014.146.5.9

Flowers for Elizabeth, New York

André Kertész · 1978, printed 1981 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2014.146.5.9
The sculpture depicts a classical figure of a nude woman with long flowing hair, standing on a large seashell. The sculpture is made from a material that resembles white marble or ceramic. The figure is poised with one arm across her chest, and the other resting along her body. Next to the figure stands a transparent, cylindrical structure.
André Kertész, Venus, New York, 1978, printed 1981, gelatin silver print, Gift of Susan and Peter MacGill, 2014.146.5.8

Venus, New York

André Kertész · 1978, printed 1981 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2014.146.5.8
The image shows an open book on a reflective surface with its pages slightly curled. An abstract shadow is cast on the wall behind it, resembling an irregular triangular shape with two oval cutouts. The palette of the image is grayscale. The book is at the bottom-center of the image, while the shadow takes up most of the background area.
André Kertész, Book and Shadow, New York, 1974, printed 1981, gelatin silver print, Gift of Susan and Peter MacGill, 2014.146.5.4

Book and Shadow, New York

André Kertész · 1974, printed 1981 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2014.146.5.4
The image shows the back of a man from the waist up. He is standing with his back to the camera, facing a white cabinet. The man has short hair that is neatly combed and is wearing a dark suit. Surrounding him, there is a large mounted bird on top of the cabinet, and a small round mirror hangs on the wall to the right. In the foreground, a countertop or sink area is visible, upon which sits a mug and a small jar or bottle with a label that reads "SHURO" or similar, partially obscured by other objects. The wall in the background is plain and unadorned.
André Kertész, Heron, New York, 1969, printed 1981, gelatin silver print, Gift of Susan and Peter MacGill, 2014.146.5.10

Heron, New York

André Kertész · 1969, printed 1981 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2014.146.5.10
This is a photograph of a trapeze setup in a circus arena. The image shows trapeze bars, ropes, and ladders suspended above a performance arena, with trapeze artists performing mid-air acts. The view is an upward angle showcasing the ropes and bars creating geometric patterns. The lighting accentuates the lines and forms, giving a sense of motion and coordination in the scene.
André Kertész, New York (Circus Ballet), 1969, printed 1970s, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Rogovin, 1981), 2015.19.4237

New York (Circus Ballet)

André Kertész · 1969, printed 1970s · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4237
This is a photograph of a riverside setting with steps covered in fallen leaves. The scene captures a stone staircase leading down towards a quay or riverside promenade. Leaves are scattered across the steps and pavement. To the right, there is a tall black railing. In the background, across the water, stands a stone wall and buildings, and some trees are visible above. The composition of the photograph uses the lines of the steps and railing to draw the eye into the distance.
André Kertész, Vert Galant on a Fall Afternoon, Paris, 1963, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Rogovin, 1984), 2015.19.4331

Vert Galant on a Fall Afternoon, Paris

André Kertész · 1963 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4331
The image features several people sitting on stone or concrete steps beside a body of water. Most individuals are shown from the back or in partial profile, sitting or leaning casually on the steps' ledge. The group is dressed in coats or jackets, suggesting cooler weather. In the background, more people are standing and engaged in conversation or leisure at the top of the steps, showcasing a moment of relaxed social interaction.
André Kertész, Behind Notre Dame, Paris, 1963, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Rogovin, 1984), 2015.19.4330

Behind Notre Dame, Paris

André Kertész · 1963 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4330