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Mr. Ben Shneiderman

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This is a photograph of a group of young boys gathered on a street corner with a faded stone wall in the background. In the forefront, two of the boys are focused on lighting a cigarette, which one of them is holding between his lips, while the others look on with interest. The boys appear to be engaged in a casual moment, with one wearing a short-sleeved button-up shirt and another with curly hair in a striped shirt. The candid shot captures the gritty texture of the stone wall behind them and the cobblestone pavement beneath their feet, emphasizing the urban setting. The photograph is black and white, giving it a timeless quality and highlighting the contrast between light and shadow on their faces.
David Seymour, Untitled, c. 1948, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Ben Shneiderman), 2015.19.4968

Untitled

David Seymour · c. 1948 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4968

The image shows a group of children sitting or lying down on a floor. Their facial expressions vary as they face different directions. Many children have light-colored hair and their heads covered with cloths or scarves. The clothing is simple and somewhat uniform, consisting of dresses and shirts with patterns. The environment is crowded, with children facing large industrial elements in the background, such as chains and metal structures. Some parts of the background are blurred due to the depth of field.
David Seymour, Magnum Photos, Evacuation of children from the civil war areas, Greece, 1948, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Ben Shneiderman), 2015.19.4977

Evacuation of children from the civil war areas, Greece

David Seymour, Magnum Photos · 1948 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4977

This is a photograph of a group of young children standing in an urban rubble landscape. The image shows children gathered in the rocky area, with some standing on the rubble while others are on remnants of structures. The terrain consists of uneven rubble and grass. In the background, urban buildings and a church steeple are visible. The sky is overcast, creating a greyish tone over the scene.
David Seymour, School children walking home through the ruins of the Warsaw ghetto, Poland, 1948, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Ben Shneiderman), 2016.117.280

School children walking home through the ruins of the Warsaw ghetto, Poland

David Seymour · 1948 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.280

The image shows a child lying down in a wooden box, with their entire body visible. The child is positioned on their back with one arm bent under their head and appears to be asleep. Their facial features include closed eyes, a relaxed expression, and light-colored hair that is short and neatly combed. The child is dressed in dark clothing, which appears to be a buttoned shirt and pants, and is wearing socks and shoes. Around them, there is another child lying in another wooden box, partially visible. The setting is indoors, with the wooden boxes suggesting a napping area or resting place for children, and the background is dimly lit, highlighting the child's peaceful repose.
David Seymour, Magnum Photos, Sudeten refugees, Vienna, Austria, c. 1948, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Ben Shneiderman), 2015.19.4965

Sudeten refugees, Vienna, Austria

David Seymour, Magnum Photos · c. 1948 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4965

This is a photograph of children doing handstands by a wall. The children are in patterned dresses and the scene is outdoors next to a textured wall and tiled floor. Some children are doing handstands while others stand nearby, watching or adjusting their hair. The photo is black and white.
David Seymour, First day of school, Pilis, Austria, 1948, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Ben Shneiderman), 2016.117.279

First day of school, Pilis, Austria

David Seymour · 1948 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.279

This is a photograph of a scene with rubble and stacked artillery shells. The image depicts an outdoor setting with a landscape marked by destruction, characterized by piles of rubble and ruined buildings in the background. The ground is strewn with rocks and debris, with stacks of artillery shells lying on the ground. The background shows ruins of buildings, indicating a recent catastrophe that has left the area in this condition. The overall atmosphere suggests a historical or post-war context, with the landscape serving as a stark reminder of past events.
David Seymour, A collection of old mortar shells made from the ruins of Cassino, Italy, 1948, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Ben Shneiderman), 2015.19.4970

A collection of old mortar shells made from the ruins of Cassino, Italy

David Seymour · 1948 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4970

The image shows a group of children standing together in a tunnel-like space. They are standing close to each other, facing the camera in a line. The children's facial features are indistinct due to the lighting. Their hairstyles vary from short to shoulder-length, typically styled for young children. They are wearing a variety of dresses and garments, with some in patterned fabrics and others in plain attire. Behind the children, there are a few adults, including at least one man in a suit and tie, and a woman wearing a hat, who are partially visible. The background consists of rough and uneven walls, leading to a rounded ceiling above. The setting is dimly lit with a bright light source creating shadows on the ground.
David Seymour, Magnum Photos, Spanish Civil War, children in air-raid shelter, island of Minorca, 1937, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Ben Shneiderman), 2015.19.4960

Spanish Civil War, children in air-raid shelter, island of Minorca

David Seymour, Magnum Photos · 1937 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4960

This is a photograph of a scene amidst rubble and ruins. The setting features the remnants of a brick and plaster structure, significantly damaged, with large portions of the walls and roof missing. In the foreground, piles of debris and broken bricks dominate the landscape. The sky above is clear, creating a stark contrast against the crumbling architecture.
David Seymour, Boys play in bombed-out buildings in the working-class district of Favoriten, Vienna, Austria, 1948, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Ben Shneiderman), 2015.19.4962

Boys play in bombed-out buildings in the working-class district of Favoriten, Vienna, Austria

David Seymour · 1948 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4962

The image features a man holding a baby, both posed in front of two small white houses with tiled roofs. The man is smiling and dressed in a dark suit with a white shirt, and the baby is in a white gown and bonnet, eyes closed and facing upwards. The background includes a clothesline, with a cloudy sky overhead and dirt ground with scattered stones.
David Seymour, First child born in Alma, Israel, 1951, printed 1982, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Ben Shneiderman), 2016.117.282

First child born in Alma, Israel

David Seymour · 1951, printed 1982 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.117.282

This is a photograph of a group gathered indoors. The image shows a large assembly of individuals arranged on wooden benches and standing against a plain, textured wall. The individuals have closely cropped hair and are dressed in simple attire, consisting of shorts, suspenders, and shirts. The setting appears to be a communal space, as indicated by the rows of benches and the tiled or concrete flooring. The lighting is natural and soft, casting gentle shadows throughout the room.
David Seymour, Magnum Photos, Untitled, c. 1948, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Ben Shneiderman), 2015.19.4967

Untitled

David Seymour, Magnum Photos · c. 1948 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4967