2591 - Matter, Herbert. Untitled. (Photogram). Gelatin silver print. Vintage. On the reverse, stamped "MATTER VOGUE STUDIOS" and bearing the Condé Nast copyright stamp with handwritten numbering and a date stamp reading "FEB 5 1948." Sheet dimensions: 35.5 x 28 cm.

Matter, Herbert. Untitled. (Photogram). Gelatin silver print. Vintage. On the reverse, stamped "MATTER VOGUE STUDIOS" and bearing the Condé Nast copyright stamp with handwritten numbering and a date stamp reading "FEB 5 1948." Sheet dimensions: 35.5 x 28 cm. Classic photogram by Herbert Matter (1907–1984), who stated in 1944: “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 without the need for external materials, providing within itself an endless source of inspiration." - Corners slightly bumped; several longer areas of damage along the upper and left margins; the upper and lower edges of the sheet are slightly wavy; only a few small marginal discolorations. #