El Lissitzky, Dessau 1932

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Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York City, NY, US

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"El Lissitzky, Dessau" is a 1932 photographic portrait by Josef Albers, a German-American artist known for his work in the Bauhaus style. The photograph features a close-up of El Lissitzky, a prominent Russian avant-garde artist, architect, and designer. The image captures Lissitzky's intense gaze and thoughtful expression, showcasing the intellectualism associated with the Bauhaus movement. It is a classic example of the objective and formal approach to portraiture that Albers developed throughout his career. The photograph is currently housed in the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City.