National Gallery of Art, Washington: Variations on the Theme
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gelatin silver print
Dimensions
overall: 48.3 x 34 cm (19 x 13 3/8 in.)
Classification
Photograph
Department
CPH
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Edward E. MacCrone Fund
Accession Number
2001.60.4
Art Historical Context
Patrizia della Porta's *National Gallery of Art,: Variations on the Theme (1999) is a captivating gelatin silver print captures the essence of one of America's premier art institutions. Measuring 48.3 x 34 cm (19 x 13 3/8 in.), this photograph exemplifies the artist's skill in black-and-white photography during the late 20th century, a time when traditional darkroom techniques like gelatin silver printing persisted amid the rise of digital imaging. Acquired through the Edward E. MacCr Fund and housed in the National Gallery of's Department of Photographs (CPH), it reflects the museum's commitm...