In celebration of the rich tapestry of American identity and the enduring symbolism of the American flag, Robert Klein Gallery is proud to present the online photography exhibition "Flags & Freedom: A Visual Journey Through American Identity." This thoughtfully curated show features 20 compelling photographs that explore various facets of American life, history, and values through the lens of the iconic stars and stripes. 

 

"Flags & Freedom" serves as a timely reminder of the enduring ideals that define America, particularly as the nation navigates through a pivotal election year. Through the power of visual storytelling, the exhibition invites viewers to engage with the complexities of American identity and to reflect on the shared values that transcend political divides.

 

Photographs in the exhibition include works by Julie Blackmon, Jeff Brouws, Mark Cohen, Lois Conner, Bruce Davidson, Robert Frank, Stanley Forman, Cig Harvey, William Hepburn, Bill Jacobson, Costa Manos, Andrew Moore, Gordon Parks, Sheron Rupp, Rodney Smith, Sage Sohier, and Stephen Wilkes.

 

Flags & Freedom: A Visual Journey Through American Identity

  • Julie Blackmon, Smoke Bomb, 2024
    Julie Blackmon
    Smoke Bomb, 2024
    Signed and inscribed in ink recto
    Archival pigment print
    26 x 36.5 in. - Edition of 10
    36 x 51.2 in. - Edition of 10
    44 x 63 in. - Edition of 10
  • Stephen Wilkes, Tuskegee Airman, Allie C. Peak, 2000
    Stephen Wilkes
    Tuskegee Airman, Allie C. Peak, 2000
    Signed and inscribed on label
    Fuji crystal archive print
    11 x 14 inches
    Edition 1 of 10
    RKG40162
  • Cig Harvey, Mary, July 4th, Hope, Maine, 2010
    Cig Harvey
    Mary, July 4th, Hope, Maine, 2010
    signed and inscribed on label
    Archival pigment print
    14" x 14" - Edition of 10
    28" x 28" - Edition of 7
    40" x 40" - Edition of 5
    RKG40154
  • Constantine Manos, Venice Beach, California, 1993
    Constantine Manos
    1934
    Venice Beach, California, 1993
    Signed in pencil verso, blind stamped
    "© Constantine Manos" lower right margin recto
    Cibachrome print
    Image 12.5 x 19 inches/sheet 16 x 20 inches
    31.75 x 48.26 cm
    RKG23076
  • Sage Sohier, Houseboat Family, Fort Point Chanel, Boston, MA, 1980 (in Passing Time), 1980
    Sage Sohier
    Houseboat Family, Fort Point Chanel, Boston, MA, 1980 (in Passing Time), 1980
    Signed and inscribed. Vintage print.
    Gelatin silver print
    16 x 20 in - Limited edition of 10
    RKG40161
  • Julie Blackmon, Flag Cake, 2015
    Julie Blackmon
    Flag Cake, 2015
    Signed and inscribed by artist
    Archival pigment print
    26 x 35 in.
    Edition 5 of 10
    RKG22577
  • William Helburn, Angela Howard Cigars 2, 1965/2011
    William Helburn
    Angela Howard Cigars 2, 1965/2011
    Lifetime print, signature label
    archival pigment print
    16 x 20 in - Unique Artist Proof
    RKG40152
  • Bruce Davidson, The Selma March, Alabama, 1965
    Bruce Davidson
    The Selma March, Alabama, 1965
    Signed and annotations in pencil with Davidson/Magnum Photos credit stamp, Magnum Photo Library New York stamp, and four typed Magnum labels affixed to print verso
    Gelatin silver print
    RKG40160
  • Andrew Moore, Ken's Barn, 2012
    Andrew Moore
    Ken's Barn, 2012
    Signed and inscribed on label
    Archival pigment print
    20 x 16 inches
    RKG40164
  • Robert Frank, Contact sheet #1, 1958/2009
    Robert Frank
    Contact sheet #1, 1958/2009
    Photo-lithograph
    18 x 15 inches
    45.72 x 38.1 cm
    RKG22342
  • Jeff Brouws, Upside Down American flag, North Carolina, 1991 / 2024
    Jeff Brouws
    Upside Down American flag, North Carolina, 1991 / 2024
    Signed and inscribed on label
    Archival pigment print
    16 x 20 in. Edition 1 of 20



    RKG40158
  • Rodney Smith, Woman Holding up Flag, Princeton University, New Jersey, 1998
    Rodney Smith
    Woman Holding up Flag, Princeton University, New Jersey, 1998
    Signed and inscribed on label
    Archival pigment print
    14 x 14". inches
    Other sizes available:
    Up to 40 x 40" in.
    Up to 58 x 58" in.
    All from a limited edition of 25


    RKG40157
  • Mark Cohen, Couple and flag, June, 1970
    Mark Cohen
    Couple and flag, June, 1970
    Signed titled and dated verso, in pencil
    Printed by the artist in 2006
    gelatin silver print
    16 x 20 inches
    40.64 x 50.8 cm
    One of a kind
    RKG17470
  • Sheron Rupp, Grand Isle, Vermont, 1991
    Sheron Rupp
    Grand Isle, Vermont, 1991
    Signed and numbered
    Archival digital pigment print
    17.5 x 26 inches
    20 x 25 in - Limited Edition of 10 + 2 APs
    26 x 32 in - Limited Edition of 7 + 2 APs
    35 x 44 in - Limited Edition of 3 + 1 AP
    RKG40168
  • Bill Jacobson, Distress, 2024
    Bill Jacobson
    Distress, 2024
    signed and inscribed on label
    Archival pigment print
    11.25 x 15.75 in / with frame 19.25 x 23.25 in
    Limited Edition of 5
    RKG40153
  • Lois Conner, Russell, Colorado, 1990
    Lois Conner
    Russell, Colorado, 1990
    Signed and inscribed
    Gelatin silver print on Ilford Multigrade
    7 x 17 in / 17.7 x 43 cm - Limited Edition of 10
    Edition 4/10
    RKG40156
  • Anonymous (collection: Vince Aletti), Untitled Flag, Collection Vince Aletti, c. 1950s
    Anonymous (collection: Vince Aletti)
    Untitled Flag, Collection Vince Aletti, c. 1950s
    gelatin silver print
    2 x 3 in.
    8.5 x 11 in. framed
    RKG40166
  • Bruce Davidson, East 100th Street (couple dancing), 1966-1968
    Bruce Davidson
    1933
    East 100th Street (couple dancing), 1966-1968
    Signed in pencil with Bruce Davidson/Magnum credit stamp (copyright 1969, 72 West 45th St.) on print verso
    Gelatin Silver Print
    6.5 x 8.5 inches
    16.51 x 21.59 cm
    RKG20019
  • Robert Frank, Political Rally, Chicago, 1956
    Robert Frank
    Political Rally, Chicago, 1956
    Gelatin silver print
    16 x 12 in
    20.675 x 16.5 in
    RKG40165
  • Stanley Forman, The Soiling of Old Glory; Desegregation Busing Protests (Joseph Rakes and Ted Landsmark), Boston, MA, April 5, 1976
    Stanley Forman
    The Soiling of Old Glory; Desegregation Busing Protests (Joseph Rakes and Ted Landsmark), Boston, MA, April 5, 1976
    Printed by the artist or under his direct supervision from the original negative Signed in pencil print verso
    gelatin silver print
    11 x 14 inches
    27.94 x 35.56 cm
    RKG11513
  • Gordon Parks, American Gothic (Ella Watson), Washington, D.C., 1942/1990s
    Gordon Parks
    American Gothic (Ella Watson), Washington, D.C., 1942/1990s
    Signed and inscribed in black ink to Terry Singh and family, a fashion designer and art collector in NYC. He acquired this print directly from Gordon Parks.
    gelatin silver print
    14 x 11 inches
    35.56 x 27.94 cm
    RKG24669