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Untitled (Harley)

1950s–60s

Lee Balterman

(American, 1920–2012)
Culture
America
Medium
gelatin silver print
Measurements
Image: 49.2 x 34.9 cm (19 3/8 x 13 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Carl and Joan Schneider 2021.220
Copyright
Copyright
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Location
Not on view
Print
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Did You Know?

The image of the motorcyclist in 1950s America was that of the rebel, one who deviated from societal norms.

Description

Lee Balterman spent six decades chronicling life in Chicago for newspapers, magazines, and his personal satisfaction. His view of this chrome-laden Harley Davidson motorcycle almost becomes a stand-in for its owner. The machine was clearly someone’s pride and joy—and his obsession. He has customized it with an ornate framework that holds a plethora of headlights, enough to both light up his path and announce his arrival.

Untitled (Harley)

1950s–60s

Lee Balterman

(American, 1920–2012)
America

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