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Harry Callahan

Callahan, Harry Morey

American, 1912 - 1999

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Three panels on a brick wall display fragmented squares and rectangles. The left panel shows a faded poster with a silhouette of a standing figure and an orange arching shape. The center panel features a torn poster showing a formal man. The right panel has smaller rectangular photographs, including one of a surprised face, with "FOTOGRAFFITI" stenciled below.
Harry Callahan, Atlanta, 1990, 3 silver dye bleach prints, Gift of the Callahan Family, 2011.95.25

Atlanta

Harry Callahan · 1990 · 3 silver dye bleach prints ·  Accession ID  2011.95.25

The image shows a red brick wall of an urban building. The wall stretches across the frame with the sky visible at the top. Shadows of slender trees and utility poles are cast on the red wall. The color palette is dominated by red with deep shadows. The sidewalk below shows scattered litter. The strong colors and stark shadows highlight the texture and pattern of the brick wall.
Harry Callahan, Kansas City, 1981, dye imbibition print, The Very Reverend and Mrs. Charles U. Harris Fund, 1996.110.1

Kansas City

Harry Callahan · 1981 · dye imbibition print ·  Accession ID  1996.110.1

This is a photograph of a large digital billboard displaying facial imagery against a cityscape backdrop. The billboard features a close-up image of a face with parted lips and visible eyebrows. It is set against a backdrop of high-rise buildings made of glass and concrete, reflecting sunlight under a clear blue sky. The scene captures a metropolitan atmosphere with the modern digital screen contrasting the surrounding architecture. The cityscape exudes a bustling city vibe with the juxtaposition of advertising technology and urban development.
Harry Callahan, Atlanta, 1985, dye imbibition print, Gift of the Callahan Family, 2011.95.42

Atlanta

Harry Callahan · 1985 · dye imbibition print ·  Accession ID  2011.95.42

The image shows an urban stairway integrated into a building facade. The composition features a concrete structure intersecting with industrial brick walls. The staircase cuts diagonally through the scene, beginning at the lower right and rising upward to the left. The concrete wall is divided into sections of different shades, likely from weathering. A large lamp post is on the left, and a street with a well-paved road is visible in the foreground. A small patch of vegetation can be seen at the bottom, with a pale gray sky overhead creating a monochromatic tone.
Harry Callahan, Highland Park, Michigan, 1941-1942, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Callahan Family, 2011.95.10

Highland Park, Michigan

Harry Callahan · 1941-1942 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.95.10

The image is an urban scene captured from an eye-level point of view, with buildings lining the street. The horizon is partially obscured by the facades of the buildings, with the clear blue sky above. A cobblestone street curves gently to the right, with sunlight illuminating pastel-colored buildings ahead. Shadows are cast on the street and walls, creating contrasts. The color palette includes muted tones of gray, beige, and yellow contrasting with the blue sky. A red no-parking sign stands out against one building. In the distance, a ginger cat crosses the street.
Harry Callahan, Portugal, 1982, dye imbibition print, Gift of the Callahan Family, 2011.95.43

Portugal

Harry Callahan · 1982 · dye imbibition print ·  Accession ID  2011.95.43

The image shows a wall casting a shadow against a clear sky with fluffy clouds in the background. The shadow of the wall covers a large part of the image, creating a contrast with the sunlight that emphasizes the wall's textures. The geometric shape of the shadow adds visual interest to the composition.
Harry Callahan, Cuzco, Peru, 1974, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Callahan Family, 2011.95.29

Cuzco, Peru

Harry Callahan · 1974 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.95.29

This is a photograph of a group of people standing in a line along a city sidewalk. The scene captures a row of individuals standing on a wide sidewalk next to a street. The line forms alongside a large concrete wall marked by long streaks of dark stains. The attire of the individuals suggests cooler weather, with most wearing heavy coats and hats. The scene is under the shadow of structures above, which include a metal railing and remnants of snow. The perspective of the photograph is elevated, offering an overview that includes both the sidewalk and part of the adjacent road, which is clear and devoid of traffic.
Harry Callahan, Highland Park, Michigan, 1941-1942, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Callahan Family, 2011.95.3

Highland Park, Michigan

Harry Callahan · 1941-1942 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.95.3

This is a photograph of a reflection in a shop window. The image captures a reflection on a glass surface, showing a figure holding a camera, positioned centrally in the frame. The reflection also displays the surroundings, where a merging of different layers of urban architecture is visible, such as a multi-storied building and partial signages. There is a line across the center of the image which could be the window’s edge or an imperfection. This layered effect, a juxtaposition of reflections and transparency, highlights the urban setting's textures and structures.
Harry Callahan, Self-Portrait, New York, 1942, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Callahan Family, 2011.95.1

Self-Portrait, New York

Harry Callahan · 1942 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.95.1

The image shows a waist-up view of a woman walking confidently. She has one hand in her pocket and the other hand is holding a round, rope-like object. Her face is in profile with short, dark hair styled away from her face. She is wearing a patterned outfit covered by a belted, buttoned jacket. The setting is on a city street with other people visible, dressed in mid-20th century attire, including a woman in a fur coat and a man in a suit in the background. Several flags hang on poles beside the figures. The upper part of a large building is visible, with part of an old-fashioned clock showing the time slightly past ten o’clock. The image is in black and white with deep shadows and bright highlights.
Harry Callahan, Chicago, 1961, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Callahan Family, 2011.95.34

Chicago

Harry Callahan · 1961 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.95.34

The image shows a woman captured from a low angle, with the upper half of her body in view. She is standing upright, facing slightly to the right of the frame. Her facial features include prominent cheekbones, and she has short, dark hair. She is wearing a light-colored dress with a crochet cardigan over it. In her right hand, she holds a folded newspaper labeled "CHICAGO SUN-TIMES." She is also wearing a ring on her right hand, featuring a large stone. The background includes the exterior of a multi-story building, partially visible, with a flag visible on it, and bustling street scenes beneath with pedestrians walking in various directions. A flag displaying a bird and the word "MERC" is visible, and the sky is clear, suggesting daytime.
Harry Callahan, Chicago, 1961, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Callahan Family, 2011.95.37

Chicago

Harry Callahan · 1961 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.95.37