Object number2005.30.9
Wishing Tree
Portfolio/Seriesfrom the project Harlem Document
Date1937
Artist
Aaron Siskind
(American, 1903-1991)
CultureAmerican
MediumGelatin silver print
DimensionsImage: 6 5/8 x 10 1/8 in. (16.8 x 25.7 cm)
Sheet: 11 x 14 in. (28 x 35.6 cm)
Sheet: 11 x 14 in. (28 x 35.6 cm)
Credit LineGift of Arthur and Jeanne Cohen in honor of Juliette Cohen, class of 2005 *This credit line is for the display/publication of a single photo or small group of photos--for larger groups please contact Mr. Cohen regarding a change in credit
On View
Not on viewPeriod20th c
Classification(s)
SignedOn recto, signed lower right margin in ink: Aaron Siskind
InscribedOn verso, by unidentified hand, lower edge in pencil: 6 / Harlem c1937 Wishing Tree FLLAC2005.30.9
BibliographySiskind, Aaron, Maricia Battle, and Ann. Banks. Harlem: Photographs 1932-1940. Washington, D.C.: National Museum of American Art, 1990, p. 25
Vassar Exhibitions
DescriptionBlack and white image of a group of young boys standing around and looking at a tree stump. A young girl stands off to the side in the midground and looks out at the view. Visible in the background are buildings, streets, and cars.
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