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Aaron Siskind

American Photographer · 1903–1991

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> I was given a small camera as a wedding gift from a very dear friend. My first pictures were taken on my honeymoon. As soon as I became familiar with the camera, I was intrigued with the possibilities of expression it offered. It was like a discovery for me. > > --Aaron Siskind Aaron Siskind had been interested in poetry and literature in college, and for long time believed he would become a wri

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Date
1952
Medium
Gelatin silver print
Culture
American
Department
Photographs
Institution
Getty Museum
Object ID
07c6a567-3e3d-4505-afa1-ffb3c4641327

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A patterned textile with dark, abstract shapes on a lighter background.

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Multiple black paint splotches with drips on wooden surface

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