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Black and white abstract image by Man Ray. A hand silhouette interacts with circular shapes. Text reads "Man Ray: When Objects Dream." Surreal and enigmatic.
Exhibition

Man Ray: When Objects Dream

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A man and woman in a dimly lit gallery observe black-and-white abstract art on dark walls. The mood is focused and contemplative.

Exhibition Tour—Man Ray: When Objects Dream

Join Stephanie D’Alessandro, Leonard A. Lauder Curator of Modern Art and Senior Research Coordinator, and Stephen Pinson, Curator in the Department of Photographs, to virtually explore Man Ray: When Objects Dream.
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Dusty floor with intricate geometric patterns partially covered by a thin layer of dust. Soft footprints disrupt the dust, adding texture and intrigue.
Nonconformist Spirits
How did Man Ray and Marcel Duchamp engender mutual growth in their radical art?
October 10
A woman with closed eyes rests her head on a surface, holding an ornate African mask. The sepia-toned image conveys a serene and introspective mood.
More Than a Muse
Discover Kiki de Montparnasse’s abiding influence on Man Ray’s photographic practice.
October 10
Abstract photogram with overlapping shapes, including a comb and geometric patterns, creating a surreal, monochromatic composition. Bold and mysterious.
The Spark of Recognition
How did Tristan Tzara's unique understanding of Man Ray's revolutionary use of photography transform art history?
October 10
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