2590 - Matter, Herbert. Untitled. (Head with Atomic Bomb Explosion and World). Gelatin silver print. Vintage. On the reverse, the New York studio stamp of "HERBERT MATTER STUDIO ASSOCIATES" and several handwritten notes such as "Photo-Montage." Circa 1946. Sheet dimensions: 20.5 x 27 cm.

Matter, Herbert. Untitled. (Head with Atomic Bomb Explosion and World). Gelatin silver print. Vintage. On the reverse, the New York studio stamp of "HERBERT MATTER STUDIO ASSOCIATES" and several handwritten notes such as "Photo-Montage." Circa 1946. Sheet dimensions: 20.5 x 27 cm. Significant photomontage by Herbert Matter (1907–1984), published on the cover of ARTS & ARCHITECTURE magazine in December 1946. - In the same magazine in 1944, Matter explained: “In exploring the various photographic processes themselves—and here lies infinite possibility—to control, to liberate, to create visual sensation. Drawing with light, solarization, photograms, or other direct impressions on positive or negative material, etc. Indeed, through the exploration of these means, photography achieves an independent existence with no need for external materials, providing within itself an endless source of inspiration.” - Corners slightly bumped; lower right corner has a faint crease, with minor surface damage particularly along the edges. #