A striking black-and-white portrait by Richard Avedon captures the legendary Abstract Expressionist painter Willem de Kooning against a stark white background, a hallmark of Avedon's signature studio style. De Kooning's weathered face and intense gaze convey both the weight of his artistic legacy and a raw, unguarded vulnerability. The precise date and location inscribed in the title reflect Avedon's documentary approach, grounding this iconic image in a specific moment in time.