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The image shows a man's head emerging from a round basin or large birdbath-like structure filled with water. His body is submerged, leaving only his facial features visible. The man appears to be facing the camera and has a full beard and short hair. No specific clothing is visible due to the water covering his body. The environment around him includes climbing plants wrapped around vertical supports, potted trees, and the partial facade of a building with multi-paned windows. Through the glass, more outdoor elements like trees are visible, creating a courtyard-like setting. There is no visible jewelry or objects being held by the man.
Dora Maar, Christian Bérard's Head Posed at Edge of Basin of Water, Appearing to Float in the Water at the House of La Vicomtesse de Noailles, 1930s, gelatin silver print, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2015.197.1

Christian Bérard's Head Posed at Edge of Basin of Water, Appearing to Float in the Water at the House of La Vicomtesse de Noailles

Dora Maar · 1930s · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.197.1

This image shows an elevated perspective of closely packed terraced houses with no visible horizon. The view is dominated by the repeating patterns of rooftops, showcasing a multitude of rooftops receding into the distance. The image is in black and white, with dark tones and stark contrasts highlighting the shadows and architectural details of the roofs and chimneys. The play of light and shadow provides depth and texture, emphasizing the repetitive, uniform nature of the urban landscape.
Bill Brandt, November in the Suburb, 1933, gelatin silver print, Robert B. Menschel Fund, 1999.60.1

November in the Suburb

Bill Brandt · 1933 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1999.60.1

This photograph is a hazy image of an outside scene. Dark green grass is visible under a cloudy blue sky, with a dark shape on the left that could be a shrub or leafy tree. There is also a light green section in the upper left corner. This image appears to be made up of many small dots, with a few thin lines crisscrossing the surface of the photograph, as if the image of the landscape has been projected onto a gravel ground. The effect is almost like a sky full or stars, or a mosaic seen from far above.
Abelardo Morell, Tent-Camera Image: Sunset, Near Arles, France, 2023, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund in memory of Robert B. Menschel, 2024.34.2

Tent-Camera Image: Sunset, Near Arles, France

Abelardo Morell · 2023 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2024.34.2

The image shows a woman in a three-quarters view, with her upper body prominently displayed. She is captured in a side profile with her head tilted slightly upwards. Her facial features suggest a serene expression, and her dark hair is styled in soft curls around her face. The woman is wearing a strapless gown that is ornately decorated with shimmering embellishments on the bodice and a voluminous skirt made of layers of soft, sheer fabric. She is adorned with a statement piece of jewelry — a large bracelet composed of multiple strands of pearls or faux pearls around her wrist, complemented by a set of matching earrings and rings on her fingers. In the background, a man in a suit and bow tie can be seen, attentively engaged with the grand piano. The scene is set in an elegant, softly lit room.
Lillian Bassman, Untitled, 1952, gelatin silver print, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2020.1.2

Untitled

Lillian Bassman · 1952 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.1.2

The image shows a unique perspective of a bridge, with a person sitting on a stone pathway next to a body of water. The bridge has intricate iron framework and stone pillars, crossing diagonally in the scene. People are walking on the bridge, silhouetted against the sky with buildings in the distance. The horizon is not clearly visible. The color palette is monochrome, giving a historic feel. The water reflects light and the cobblestones show texture.
Ilse Bing, Pont des Arts, Paris, 1931, gelatin silver print, The Marvin Breckinridge Patterson Fund for Photography, 1998.78.2

Pont des Arts, Paris

Ilse Bing · 1931 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1998.78.2

The image shows a large body of water with a sloping landform on the left side. The horizon line is slightly above the center, where the sea meets the sky. The image appears to be a photograph with a color palette of soft, muted tones in shades of grey and taupe. The sky gradually lightens as it extends upward.
Lynn Davis, Steve Rifkin, Evening, Northumberland Strait, No. X, 1994, gelatin silver print, Robert B. Menschel Fund, 2000.29.1

Evening, Northumberland Strait, No. X

Lynn Davis, Steve Rifkin · 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2000.29.1

This is a photograph of a group of people walking on a spiral staircase. The image shows an overhead view of a circular, metal mesh-enclosed staircase with intricate metal beams and structures. The staircase spirals downwards. The photograph is in black and white, emphasizing light and shadows. The composition highlights the geometric patterns formed by the stairs and handrails, contrasting with the moving figures.
Ilse Bing, "It Was So Windy in the Eiffel Tower," Paris, 1931, gelatin silver print, The Marvin Breckinridge Patterson Fund for Photography, 1998.78.1

"It Was So Windy in the Eiffel Tower," Paris

Ilse Bing · 1931 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1998.78.1

The image shows a profile of a woman from her shoulders up. She has smooth skin and styled hair that is partially covered by a wide-brimmed hat. The hat has a curved, artistic brim casting a shadow. She wears an elegant garment with a low neckline and distinctive clustered earrings on her ears. The softly blurred background emphasizes her silhouette.
Lillian Bassman, Translucent Hat, c. 1950, gelatin silver print, Renee Harbers Liddell Fund and Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2020.1.1

Translucent Hat

Lillian Bassman · c. 1950 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.1.1

The image shows a side profile view of a person standing up straight, facing a tall wooden ladder that extends diagonally across the image from the floor to the top left corner. The person is wearing a dark suit and a hat, with their gaze directed upwards towards the top of the ladder. The individual's facial features are partially shadowed due to the lighting. The person is holding a camera in their right hand, which hangs loosely at their side. The background consists of a darkened interior space with large, closed wooden doors and some indistinct shapes or objects stacked against the wall.
Bill Brandt, London, Museum Vault, 1936, gelatin silver print, Robert B. Menschel Fund, 2000.94.1

London, Museum Vault

Bill Brandt · 1936 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2000.94.1

The image displays a top-down view of three women positioned in a narrow space between two walls. All three women are shown from head to toe, with two of them appearing to be in a kneeling position, while the third woman is sitting against the wall. The woman closest to the viewer seems to be sitting with legs outstretched, and her head is tilted slightly upwards. Her facial features appear soft and her hair is either short or pulled back. The woman behind her is kneeling with her head turned, revealing her profile, and her hair appears longer and possibly curly. The third individual is partially obscured but also seems to be kneeling and turned towards the second woman. They are dressed in lightweight, form-fitting clothing that resembles dance or theatrical costumes. Surrounding them, the walls show signs of wear with peeling paint, and the flooring beneath them appears wooden. A string of lights is vertically placed along one of the walls, casting a glow on the scene.
Brassaï, Backstage at the Folies-Bergère, Paris, c. 1932, gelatin silver print, Robert B. Menschel Fund, 1998.38.1

Backstage at the Folies-Bergère, Paris

Brassaï · c. 1932 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1998.38.1