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Richard Gordon

American, 1945 - 2012

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Four metal chairs with dark seats are lined up along a white wall inside a room, with three framed photographs hanging above them. The image has a monochrome color palette.
Richard Gordon, Atlantic City, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.29

Atlantic City

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.29

This is a photograph of a shuttered store with a cutout figure behind the grille. The image shows a metal grill covering a storefront window, partially obscuring the contents inside. Behind the grille, a life-sized cutout figure is visible. In the backdrop, various items suggest an interior display. The setting appears to be a closed or secured retail space, with reflections and shadows adding depth to the scene.
Richard Gordon, Atlantic City, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.6

Atlantic City

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.6

There are two men standing in the image. The man on the left has dark hair, wearing a dark suit with a white shirt and a dark tie, looking assertive. The man on the right is wearing a white shirt, light-colored blazer, and a hat; he is holding a megaphone close to his mouth. An old-fashioned camera on a tripod is in between them, and the background is plain and dark with a spotlight creating contrast. The text "Shoot." is visible at the bottom of the image.
Richard Gordon, White Sheik, Santa Cruz, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.3

White Sheik, Santa Cruz

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.3

This is a photograph of the entrance of a theater with a courtyard. The image shows impressions and handprints in concrete slabs on the ground. In the background, there is a stone lion statue near the entrance. A person is in the foreground taking a photograph, standing on a concrete square with imprints. The architecture and decorative elements indicate an ornate building. A banner with the text "Remember BENJI?" is visible. The photo is in black and white.
Richard Gordon, Grauman's Chinese Theatre, Hollywood, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.18

Grauman's Chinese Theatre, Hollywood

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.18

The image shows a sandy beach with the sea meeting the sky on the horizon. In the center, two men in suits appear to be conversing or looking at something. To the left, another man in a suit looks towards the sea through a camera. The picture is in black and white, highlighting the sand's texture and shadows. Several birds fly in the sky above the ocean.
Richard Gordon, Atlantic City, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.22

Atlantic City

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.22

This is a black and white photo of a room with a brick wall, high ceiling, decorative patterns, a window with partially open shutters letting in light. In the room, there is a wooden rocking chair, a dress hanging from a hammock, a small platform with a bell, round objects on the floor, a large framed image leaning against the wall, potted plants near the window.
Richard Gordon, Pooh's Loft, N.Y.C., 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.25

Pooh's Loft, N.Y.C.

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.25

This is a black and white photograph of a group of people observing a scene outdoors. Some individuals are seen from behind, looking towards a fenced-off area with an elephant sculpture in the background in what appears to be a park. A billboard with the word 'Salem' and the tagline "Refreshes" is visible behind the scene, along with a building and scattered trees in the distance. The figures in the foreground are dressed in vintage clothing, adding to the historical feel of the image.
Richard Gordon, La Brea Tar Pits, Los Angeles, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.8

La Brea Tar Pits, Los Angeles

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.8

This is a photograph of a storefront facade with signage above. Large, bold capital letters display the words "TVS," "CAMERAS," and "GUNS" on the upper portion of the storefront. The image is in black and white, emphasizing the contrast between the letters and the structural elements of the storefront. The lower part of the facade includes a smooth, reflective surface. Below this, the base of the storefront shows wear, with small cracks or damage visible. The surrounding ground consists of neatly tiled pavement, casting subtle shadows due to the lighting direction. The photograph captures the stark, angular architecture with a focus on the textual signage.
Richard Gordon, Seattle, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.47

Seattle

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.47

The image shows a hat on top of coats draped over a stand. The coats include a large dark coat and a textured black coat. The image is in grayscale. In the foreground, the coats and stand lean slightly left. Hats and folded fabrics appear in the bottom right corner.
Richard Gordon, DeCarava Opening, Witkin Gallery, N.Y.C., 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.31

DeCarava Opening, Witkin Gallery, N.Y.C.

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.31

The image shows a landscape with distant hills visible over a flat, open space. A "BRING your CAMERA" sign is placed in the middle of the scene. Dry shrubs and plants are seen close to the viewer, with a light dusting of snow on the ground. In the background, there are flat lands leading towards snow-covered hills. The sky is clear with wispy clouds, creating a high-contrast effect in the black and white photograph.
Richard Gordon, Highway 50, Nevada, 1973-1978, printed 1994, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mr. Isidore and Mrs. Dorothy (Steinberg) Kavka and Museum Purchase), 2015.19.4536.2

Highway 50, Nevada

Richard Gordon · 1973-1978, printed 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4536.2