
Chicago 11
Aaron Siskind's *Chicago 11* is a striking gelatin silver print that exemplifies his signature approach of isolating fragments of urban surfaces to create powerfully abstract compositions. Shot in Chicago, the work transforms peeling paint, torn posters, or weathered walls into bold, gestural forms that evoke the energy of Abstract Expressionist painting. The later print retains the rich tonal depth and sharp contrast characteristic of Siskind's masterful command of black-and-white photography.
- Medium
- Gelatin silver print, printed later.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Photographs from the Art Institute of Chicago - Online Only
December 22, 2014
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