Benefit, The Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. Possibly 1975 - 1981

Larry Fink’s black and white photograph "Benefit" captures a candid moment at a formal gathering, possibly between 1975 and 1981. The image features a trio of individuals, with the central figure, a woman in a dark dress and pearl necklace, looking upwards as she is addressed by a man in a tuxedo standing behind her. Another man, obscured by the tuxedo-clad figure, sits at the table with her. Fink’s work is often characterized by its intimate portrayal of everyday life, and "Benefit" exemplifies his ability to capture the subtle nuances of social interaction, highlighting the dynamics of power and social hierarchy in a single frame.