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Ivy

Minor White

Artwork Details

Ivy
1964; portfolio 1975
Minor White
gelatin silver print on paper
14 x 11 in. (35.56 x 27.94 cm);11 3/4 x 8 5/8 in. (29.85 x 21.91 cm);20 x 16 in. (50.8 x 40.64 cm)
Museum Purchase
1976/1.208

Description

Subject Matter:

The image shows a single strand of an ivy plant clinging to an unidentified support, most likely a wooden fence or exterior wall of a building. The smooth, veiny ivy leaves are accentuated by bright highlights and stand out against the dark backdrop of woody grain. A small insect rests on a leaf of ivy on the right side of the image.

Physical Description:

Photograph of a single strand of ivy clinging to an architectural support.

Usage Rights:

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