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The image shows a central vertical line with curved lines branching off symmetrically at angles. The composition may evoke the soft contours of a minimalist sketch resembling a seated figure. The interplay of light and shadow with the smooth curves suggests a human body viewed from the back in an abstract manner.
Harry Callahan, Eleanor, Chicago, 1947, gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1990.84.1

Eleanor, Chicago

Harry Callahan · 1947 · gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1990.84.1

The image shows a person from the shoulders up, with the lower portion of their body submerged in water. The individual is in an upright position, facing forward with their eyes closed. They have long, dark hair that falls over their shoulders and into the water. Their facial features are relaxed with a calm expression, and the skin appears smooth and light-toned. No clothing is visible, as the person is mostly submerged, and there is no jewelry or objects being held. The background consists of gently rippling water, extending outwards, with no other elements visible beyond the natural water setting.
Harry Callahan, Eleanor, Chicago, 1949, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1990.83.1

Eleanor, Chicago

Harry Callahan · 1949 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1990.83.1

The image shows a person dressed in a traditional military uniform. The individual is standing upright, with the body slightly angled and holding onto a long rifle that rests on the floor, with both hands clasped at the front. The person has youthful facial features with short hair mostly obscured by the military cap. The uniform they are wearing includes a long coat, with a belt around the waist, and a cap featuring insignia on the front. A backpack is visible over the shoulders. The background of the photo includes a railing with ornate balusters, set against a plain, softly lit wall.
French 19th Century, Duc de Chartres, c. 1856, salted paper print, Diana and Mallory Walker Fund, 2003.99.1

Duc de Chartres

French 19th Century · c. 1856 · salted paper print ·  Accession ID  2003.99.1

This is a photograph of a storefront display with mannequins and reflections. The image captures a bustling street scene in a commercial area. Inside the display, mannequins are dressed in period clothing, and one has a floral dress with a price tag. The reflections show people and buildings on the glass window of the store. Passersby and opposite buildings are reflected, creating an interplay of inside and outside. The black and white colors emphasize contrasts and textures in the mannequins' outfits and urban environment.
Harry Callahan, Store Front and Reflections, c. 1943, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1990.83.3

Store Front and Reflections

Harry Callahan · c. 1943 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1990.83.3

The image shows a field of tall grasses viewed from a wide, almost top-down angle. The horizon is not visible, and the focus is on the intricate patterns of the grasses. The grasses are outlined in white against a black background, creating a dynamic appearance. The black and white color palette emphasizes the texture and form of the grasses. The grasses close to the viewer weave in and out of each other, creating depth and complexity, while in the distance, they continue to form a dense pattern without interruption.
Harry Callahan, Grasses, Wisconsin, 1959, gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1990.83.2

Grasses, Wisconsin

Harry Callahan · 1959 · gelatin silver print mounted on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1990.83.2