The UBS Art Collection donated 166 photographs to the NGA, including works by renowned photographers. 75 photographers in this gift were new or underrepresented at the NGA, enriching their collection.
The collection was gathered by John Szarkowski, focused on land use, and includes landscapes, still lifes, and portraits; curated by Mary Rozell, highlighting the importance of preserving Szarkowski's legacy.
Mary Rozell chose the NGA for the donation due to its photography department's significance and the museum's accessibility to the public. Sarah Greenough, NGA's head of photography, personally examined each photograph to maintain the legacy of the collection.
The donation adds to the National Gallery's photography collection, providing insight into artists' perspectives on land use across 160 years. The images narrate not only the changing American landscape but also the evolution of photography.
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