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National Broadcasting Co., Rockefeller Center, New York. Studio, detail 1945 Oct. 23.
Gottscho-Schleisner, Inc.
1 negative : safety ; 5x7 in.

#RockefellerCenter #NewYork #Studio #Gottscho-Schleisner #NBCStudios #RockefellerPlaza #NewYorkCity #Gottschalks,Inc #NewYork(State) #Radiobroadcasting #UnitedStates #architecture #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2018745001/

This black and white photograph depicts a modernist abstract sculpture composed of geometric shapes, including spheres and cones. The artwork is suspended in mid-air against an off-white background that appears to be part of its display setting.
The sculpture features several floating forms: two large spherical objects, one larger than the other; a smaller sphere above them; a cone-like shape pointing upward with open apex facing toward these spheres; another conical form lying on its side. The overall composition has an airy and minimalist quality suggesting it is part of a contemporary art exhibit.
The photograph captures this piece in great detail, highlighting the smooth textures and shadows cast by each object within the sculpture's shadowed recesses. This provides depth to their otherwise flat surfaces while creating contrast between light and dark areas throughout its structure.
In terms of context: National Broadcasting Co., Rockefeller Center refers specifically to NBC Studios at 30 Rock (Rockefeller Plaza) in New York City, which is part of the historic Rockefeller Center complex known for being home to major media companies. The date mentioned - October 23rd - might indicate when this photograph was taken or associated with an event related to it.
The reference "Gottscho-Schleisner" seems to point towards Gottschalks, Inc., a New York-based photography studio a [...]

Rockefeller Center. RCA Building entrance lobby, sharp view 1933 Sept. 8.
Gottscho, Samuel H. (Samuel Herman), 1875-1971
1 negative : safety ; 5x7 in.

#RockefellerCenter #RCABuilding #SamuelH #SamuelHerman #Gottschalks #NewYork #NewYork(State) #Officebuildings #Skyscrapers #UnitedStates #architecture #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2018734490/

The image is a black and white photograph depicting the interior of an expansive lobby in a modernist building. The architecture features tall, narrow columns that create a rhythmic pattern throughout the space, with large windows allowing ample natural light to fill the room.

In this scene, there's only one individual visible; they appear to be standing near the center, possibly waiting or observing their surroundings. This person is wearing attire typical of mid-20th-century fashion, suggesting that the photograph was taken around 1933, as indicated in additional information provided about it being "RCA Building entrance lobby," from Rockefeller Center.

The flooring has a patterned design with lines running parallel to each other and the columns. The ceiling is not visible due to perspective; however, recessed lighting can be seen on the walls, providing illumination without any noticeable fixtures overhead.

Given that Gottschalks collection holds 1 negative: safety ;5x7 in., it indicates a professional print quality for archiving or research purposes.

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John Brunner wrote about an armament firm talking up dangers and arming all sides.
The #Gottschalks IIRC, in #TheJaggedOrbit

Dystopian? Since you ask, yes, rather.

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Kürzlich in #Kiel...

"Ob Andy Borg und seine #Schlagerstars eine Quotenchance gegen Thomas #Gottschalks allerallerletzte Sendung haben?"

"Wa? Was sabbelst du? Is' mir latz."

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