Black and white photograph of a bust in profile.
A profile view shows a sculpted head with long hair and a prominent nose resting on a pedestal. Overlaying the center is white text identifying the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo. The black and white composition includes a blurred background with a framed work on a wall.
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State University of New York at Buffalo. Poetry Collection.
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Black and white photograph of the buildings in a town.
Multi-story buildings with gabled roofs and shuttered windows stand behind a body of water that reflects their shapes. A rounded tower is on the left side of the cluster, and a clock tower rises in the distance. The text "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is centered over the image.
Historical markers -- Tübingen (Germany)
Black and white photograph of a wall with a plaque next to what might be a doorway. Plaque reads: "hier lebte u entschlief Hölderlin" or, "Here lived and died Hölderlin"
A dark plaque featuring a profile relief and the name "Hölderlin" is attached to a rough-textured wall. White text across the center identifies the University at Buffalo's Poetry Collection. A vertical cable is clipped to the wall to the right of the plaque near the edge of a window.
Black and white photograph of a sign reading "Baustelle" ("Building Site"), a set of stairs with a wrought-iron railing, a streetlamp, and the spire of a building.
A triangular sign with the German word "Baustelle" is positioned in the lower-left foreground. A set of stone stairs rises toward a black lamppost and a stone building with an octagonal tower and steeple. The scene is captured from a low angle against a clear sky.
Sepulchral monuments -- Tübingen (Germany)
Black and white photograph of a grave marker, reading: "Friederich Hölderlin Geb. 20 Maerz 1770"
A tiered stone monument is inscribed with the name "FRIEDERICH HÖLDERLIN" and the date "GEB. 20. MAERZ 1770." A small cross with a wreath sits atop the structure against a background of trees. Text reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is overlaid on the center.
Black and white photograph showing a crowd of people outside a large building with a clock on its front.
A massive group of people stands in a town square before a grand building decorated with painted artwork and a prominent clock tower. Figures are visible in the many windows of the building and the surrounding half-timbered structures. A long banner hangs from the central facade above a row of arched ground-floor entrances.
Black and white photograph showing a wall with reliefs.
An elaborate stone archway features detailed carvings and sculptures, including a figure holding a longbow and a large circular crest. Fluted columns flank an arched opening, with additional figures and faces carved into the surrounding stonework. White text overlaid across the center identifies the University at Buffalo Poetry Collection.
Black and white photograph of a town square with people and automobiles.
A large, multi-story building with decorative frescoes and a central spire overlooks a cobblestone square filled with people. In the foreground, a person in a uniform stands beside a black vintage car parked near a circular no-parking sign. Half-timbered houses and storefronts line the surrounding streets.
Black and white photograph of the exterior of buildings, with a steeple on top.
A stone building features an intricate Gothic spire and an arched window with decorative stone detailing. Bare, thin tree branches frame the top and right sides of the composition against a light sky. Text reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is overlaid across the center.
A tall, intricate spire with arched openings and decorative finials rises from the center of a stone building. The structure features gabled roofs with dark tiles, circular windows, and walls made of light-colored stone. White text overlaid in the center reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of an exterior wall showing the top of an arched door and an open window with a window box, with a plaque on the wall that reads: "In diesem hause wurde Ludwig Uhland am 26 April 1787 geboren" (Translation: "In this house, Ludwig Uhland was born on 26 April 1787")
A stone building wall features a rectangular window with dark shutters and a flower box. Below the window is a large arched door made of dark wood with metal studs in a chevron pattern. A plaque commemorating Ludwig Uhland is attached to the wall, and watermark text for the University at Buffalo is overlaid across the center.
Black and white photograph of an exterior wall of a building [church?] with a relief of Jesus on the cross.
A stone building features a carved crucifix and smaller figures within a decorative gothic arch. A large, leafy tree stands to the right, casting shadows and partially covering the wall. White text is overlaid on the center identifying the scene as part of a university poetry collection.
Black and white photograph of a town square.
This black and white scene shows a city square filled with people and market stalls in front of several multi-story buildings with gabled roofs. Signs for businesses such as "Woha" and "J. Dengler" are visible on the storefronts. In the background, a larger building with a central clock tower and a hanging flag stands behind parked cars.
Black and white photograph of an exterior wall of a building.
This black and white view shows the exterior of a Gothic stone building with an octagonal tower and multiple protruding gargoyles. Intricate architectural details such as pointed spires and decorative carvings are visible against a pale sky. The text "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is centered on the frame.
The stone exterior of a Gothic cathedral is seen from a low angle. The facade features a prominent circular rose window with intricate tracery and various gargoyles protruding from the corners. Text across the middle reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of a town, showing the buildings and streets from above.
The scene shows a dense arrangement of multi-story buildings with steep gabled roofs and numerous windows. A central building at a street corner features a flagpole, while a tall stone tower rises above the surrounding structures in the distance. Overlaid text in the center reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
Black and white photograph of a statue of an abstract human figure, with trees in the background.
A stone sculpture representing a human form stands in a grassy clearing surrounded by tall trees and dense foliage. The black and white scene features white overlay text that reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of a statue on a pillar with a building in the background.
A black and white view of a Gothic building shows stone gargoyles, pointed arches, and decorative window tracery. An ornate column in the foreground is topped with a statue of a creature and features relief carvings of figures. White text across the center identifies the scene as belonging to the poetry collection of the University at Buffalo.
Black and white photograph of a relief of a woman and baby [Mary and Jesus?] next to a doorway.
A larger figure in robes stands within a stone alcove, holding a smaller figure. The sculptures are part of a structure featuring tall, vertical columns and pointed arches. Text across the center reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph looking up a wall of a building and showing part of a window and towers on top of the building.
Several dark, creature-like gargoyles are perched along the roofline of an ornate stone building. Below the roofline, a large arched window is filled with detailed tracery and stone patterns. White text across the center identifies the image as being from the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo.
Black and white photograph looking straight up at a clocktower.
A stone clock tower stands beside a building with shuttered windows under a bright sky. The clock face displays Roman numerals and light-colored hands. Text across the center indicates it is from the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo.
Black and white photograph of a row of buildings along a body of water.
Multi-story buildings with gabled roofs and storefronts line the opposite side of a waterway. Two vertical striped poles and a wooden dock occupied by several birds sit in the water in the foreground. White text centered on the image reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of a gate, showing its intricate ironwork scrollwork.
A black and white view shows an elaborate wrought-iron gate with swirling scrolls, leaf designs, and vertical bars. A central decorative element hangs among the metalwork, which is set against a plain light background. Text overlaid in the center identifies the scene as belonging to The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo.
Cities and towns -- Zurich (Switzerland)
Black and white photograph of Zurich, with part of Lake Zurich in the background.
A black and white cityscape shows buildings situated along a river at night. A prominent church with two matching towers stands on the left bank, and a stone bridge crosses the water to the right. Glowing lights from the buildings and streetlamps cast long reflections across the river's surface.
Decoration and ornament, Architectural -- Baden (Germany)
Black and white photograph of the exterior of a building, showing a column with reliefs.
This black and white scene shows a stone column with an ornate capital featuring intricate carvings of figures and animals. Behind the column, a masonry wall and a portion of a domed tower are visible. White text across the center reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Church buildings -- Zurich (Switzerland)
Protestant church buildings -- Zurich (Switzerland)
Black and white photograph of the archway of Grossmünster. Engraved over the door is the text: "Verschaffend dass das Gottlich Wort Truewlich by üch gepredget werde + damit werdend ir üwer vatterland behalten + ob’s glych dem Tüfel Leid wär + denn wo Gotzforcht ist + da ist die Hilff Gottes + Huldriych Zwingli" (Translation: "That the Word of God is truthfully preached by us + with it will be kept † vatterland + if it is glych the Tüfel sorrow + for where God's feast is + there is the help of God + Huldriych Zwingli."
A set of stone doors featuring multiple rectangular relief panels is framed by a series of decorative concentric arches and columns. Above the doors, a stone lintel displays German text beneath a fanlight window with radiating iron bars. White text reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is centered over the middle of the doors.
Black and white photograph of the exterior of a building, looking straight up toward the roof, reliefs near the bottom of the photograph.
This black and white photograph captures a low-angle perspective of a stone building with ornate carvings along its lower architectural elements. These carvings depict detailed floral motifs and several stylized animal figures. The center of the image features white text identifying it as the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo.
Black and white photograph of the exterior of a building, showing columns and carvings in the stone.
Three cylindrical columns stand beside stone walls decorated with intricate relief carvings. A vertical section on the left contains circular medallions featuring birds and animals. To the right, human figures and ornate designs are carved into the stone surface.
Black and white photograph of an alleyway. Sign on one building reads: "Max Frei Goldschmied Silberschmied" (Translation: Max Frei Goldsmith Silversmith)
Tall, narrow buildings with shutters and small windows line a cobblestone street. A person in a suit walks towards the camera from the end of the alley. A sign for "Max Frei Goldschmied Silberschmied" is visible on one of the buildings. Text across the center reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
Lenin, Vladimir Ilʹich, 1870-1924 -- Birthplace
Black and white photograph of the former home of Lenin. It reads: "Hier wohnte v. 21. Febr. 1916 bis 2. April 1917 – LENIN – der Führer der russischen – Revolution." (Translation: Here lived v 21 February 1916 to April 2, 1917 - Lenin - the leader of the Russian - revolution...).
A stone building wall displays a plaque with a German inscription about Lenin's residence. Below the plaque sits a window with a dark shutter, and a large sign for a restaurant is partially visible at the bottom. A text overlay for the University at Buffalo Poetry Collection is centered on the frame.
Black and white photograph of buildings with a statue in the foreground.
A stone fountain with a statue of a figure and a large bird stands in a square between several multi-story buildings. The buildings feature shuttered windows and a storefront labeled "WEINHANDLUNG" on the right. Overlaid white text identifies "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of Kronenhalle, Zurich, Switzerland
The building features signage that reads "KRONEN" at the top and "KRONENHALLE CAFÉ" across the middle section. Windows are flanked by dark shutters and have light-colored curtains visible behind the glass. A person stands in a doorway on the lower left, and text overlaying the center identifies the source as the University at Buffalo.
Black and white photograph of a stone building with arches.
This black and white scene displays a stone building with Romanesque architectural features, including multiple arched windows and intricate masonry. A tall, thin spire rises behind the main structure against a plain sky. Overlaid text in the center reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of a building [church?] seen behind trees.
Bare deciduous trees in the foreground partially obscure a large stone building with a prominent, thin spire. The building features Gothic-style arched windows and is set against a pale sky. Centered white text reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of the busts of statues with hands held in prayer, stacked in a corner.
Multiple sculpted figures with long hair and flowing robes are clustered against a weathered stone wall. Several figures have their hands pressed together, while others have their arms crossed over their chests. White text overlaid in the center reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of a statue of a horse and rider.
A bronze equestrian statue stands on a pedestal within a stone courtyard featuring arched architecture. The armored figure on horseback raises a sword toward the sky. White text overlaid on the center reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
An equestrian statue stands on a stone pedestal against a clear sky, with a stone building visible in the background. The rider wears full armor and a plumed helmet while holding a sword aloft. The horse features an ornate harness and a large, flowing tail that extends horizontally. White text in the center reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph with a fountain and a pillar.
A two-tiered fountain sprays water from its circular basins into a surrounding flower bed. To the right stands a tall, slender column with a winged figure at the top. The scene is framed by trees, and a watermark for The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo is centered in the frame.
A stone archway surrounds a tympanum depicting a central figure on a cross flanked by two standing figures and trees. Below the carving, a decorative stone lintel with a grapevine motif sits above double wooden doors with ornate metal hinges. White text identifying The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo is superimposed over the center.
Detailed stone carvings adorn a building facade, showing an archway with a figure between two lions and a relief of figures around a cross. Intricate scrollwork and small carved faces decorate the upper horizontal sections of the masonry. Centered text identifies the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo.
A stone tympanum features a central crowned figure with outstretched arms on a cross, flanked by two figures in long robes. A stylized tree carving is positioned to the right of the group, all set within a recessed archway. A decorative frieze with repeating leaf and grape patterns runs horizontally along the bottom.
Black and white photograph of a relief, trees and skies in the background.
A stone statue of a small, rounded figure stands amongst thick tree foliage in this black and white scene. The figure is angled upwards towards a bright, pale sky. Text in white font is centered across the middle, reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
Black and white photograph of a building.
The exterior of a stone church features detailed carvings along the gables and a central circular rose window. To the left, a tall bell tower with a pointed roof rises against a clear sky. Text identifying the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo is overlaid across the middle of the frame.
Black and white photograph of a stone wall with a low relief.
An intricate stone relief carving of a person wearing long robes is positioned to the left of a layered archway. Ornate horizontal moldings with decorative faces and scrolled patterns run across the top of the structure. White text reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is overlaid in the center of the black and white scene.
A stone relief carving of a seated figure holding a smaller figure is attached to the side of an ornate building. The structure includes decorative columns and arches captured in black and white with high-contrast shadows. White text overlay in the center of the frame reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of a statue with trees in the background.
A stone statue missing its head and arms is positioned on a pedestal among bare trees. The figure is clothed in draped fabric, and the stone surface shows signs of weathering. White text reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is layered across the center.
Black and white photograph of a wall with writing on it.
Hand-painted French words and phrases cover the surface of a textured brick wall. Dense, leafless tree branches rise behind the wall against a pale sky. White text overlaid in the center identifies the source as the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo.
Cover image for Irving Layton's "In the Midst of My Fever", Divers Press, 1954
A weathered surface is covered in dense scratches and scribbled marks. A vertical crack runs through the center, intersecting a large, irregular light-colored patch. Centered text reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
Gravestone reading: Neidecker [sic] Henry [unreadable]-[unreadable] Theresa [unreadable]-[unreadable] Lorine [unreadable]-[unreadable]
A stone grave marker features the family name NEIDECKER engraved at the top. Below are three panels for individuals named Henry (1872-1954), Theresa (1878-1951), and Lorine (1903-1970). A text watermark for the Poetry Collection of the University at Buffalo is centered over the marker.
Gravestone reading: Albert O. Millen 1904-- Husband of Lorine Neidecker [sic]
A gray granite headstone is positioned against a dark, textured background. The stone is engraved with "1904 — HUSBAND OF LORINE NIEDECKER" and a partially visible first name. White text across the center of the frame identifies the source as The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo.
La Parc de la Vallée-aux-Loups, Chateaubriand
Black and white photograph with buildings on the left side and trees on the right side.
A row of bare trees is meticulously trimmed on one side to create a straight vertical line. In the distance on the left, several people walk near buildings under an overexposed sky. White text across the center reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of a wall with a sconce, a plaque, and ivy coming over the wall. The plaque reads: Chatenay Aulnay Vallée aux Loups Rue de Chateaubriand
A vintage-style street lamp is mounted to a stone wall covered in dense ivy. A rectangular plaque on the wall contains several lines of text, including the words "VALLÉE AUX LOUPS." Bare trees rise behind the wall against a pale sky, with white overlay text centered in the frame.
Black and white photograph with a tree in the foreground and buildings in the background.
This black and white photograph shows a large evergreen tree in the foreground with wide, spreading branches. In the background, a large white building is visible across a field. A white text overlay in the center reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
Châtenay-Malabry (France)--Buildings, structures, etc.
Black and white photograph of a two-story building with a balcony running around the second story.
This black and white scene features a stone tower with an arched doorway and metal balcony standing in a wooded area. A person's head is visible in the lower right corner, partially obscured by a tree trunk covered in ivy. The center of the tower is overlaid with text identifying the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries, University at Buffalo.
A figure in period attire is depicted as a statue inside a highly decorative alcove with shell-like motifs and intricate carvings. Centered over the black and white scene is white text identifying the Poetry Collection of the University at Buffalo. The scene is presented in monochrome with a grainy texture.
Nice (France)--Buildings, structures, etc.
Black and white photograph looking up a hill at a building.
The stone structure features rows of arched window openings and is situated on a steep, vegetated slope. White text reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is centered across the middle of the frame. The sky above the building is clear and bright.
Landscape photography--Bühlertal (Germany)
Black and white photograph of a town street with buildings on either side.
Several-story buildings and a row of manicured trees line a paved street under an overcast sky. In the foreground, a decorative metal fence encloses a small green space, while mountains and a tall spire appear in the distance. Text across the middle of the frame identifies "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
This black and white view overlooks a valley with rolling hills and distant clusters of buildings. Dark evergreen branches frame the scene from the top and sides. In the center, text reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo". A narrow road winds through the forested landscape below.
Black and white landscape photograph showing buildings and farmland.
Several buildings are spread across a valley floor, including larger structures and smaller houses. A grassy meadow filled with small white flowers occupies the foreground, while a thick forest covers the rising hills in the background. Text reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is superimposed in the center.
Black and white photograph of an electricity tower with buildings, trees, and a hill in the background.
A lattice-style metal power tower occupies the left side of the frame, with lines connecting to other poles in the distance. Below, a cluster of houses and a church steeple are nestled in a valley surrounded by grassy fields and a dense forest. The black and white scene features a cloudy sky and rolling terrain.
Black and white photograph of gravestone. Gravestone reads: Tom son of W.O. and Julia E. Wolfe A beloved American Author Oct. 3, 1900-Sept. 15, 1938 The Last Voyage, The Longest, The
A granite headstone features the name "TOM" in large stylized letters above an inscription for a person born on October 3, 1900, and deceased on September 15, 1938. The background shows a grassy area with several other smaller markers in a black and white photograph. A watermark from the University at Buffalo is layered over the middle of the headstone's text.
Black and white photograph of gravestone. Gravestone reads: Son Charles Parker, Jr. Aug. 29, 1920-Mar. 23, 1955
A black and white photograph captures a granite grave marker surrounded by foliage. The stone is inscribed with "SON CHARLES PARKER, JR." and the dates "AUG. 29, 1920 - MAR. 23, 1955." Two birds on flowering branches are engraved on either side of the central text panel.
Fitzgerald, F. Scott (Francis Scott), 1896-1940
Black and white photograph of F. Scott Fitzgerald's gravestone. Gravestone reads: Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald September 24, 1896 December 21, 1940 His Wife Zelda Sayre July 24, 1900 March 10, 1948
A weathered stone grave marker displays the names and life dates for Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald and Zelda Sayre in capital letters. A small dark-leafed plant grows from the soil at the base of the stone. A semi-transparent watermark from a university library is layered over the center of the inscription.
Black and white photograph showing the setting of James Joyce's grave marker.
Two vertical shrubs flank a headstone marked with a cross in a black and white cemetery scene. White flowers rest on a flat burial marker in the foreground amidst various plants and trees. Text across the center reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Zurich (Switzerland)--Buildings, structures, etc.
Black and white photograph of a building with pillars in front.
A stone building with a curved facade features an entrance portico with four ionic columns and a pediment topped with a cross. Wide stone stairs lead to the entrance, and text across the center identifies the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo. The scene is rendered in black and white.
Statue of Burgermeister Hans Waldmann and Grossmünster
Black and white photograph showing a statue of a man on a horse with buildings in the background.
A black and white scene shows the statue of Hans Waldmann on horseback atop a tall rectangular plinth. In the background, the Grossmünster church towers rise above surrounding urban structures under a light sky. Translucent white text identifying the University at Buffalo’s Poetry Collection is centered across the middle.
Sepulchral monuments--Fluntern (Zurich, Switzerland)
Black and white photograph of James Joyce's grave marker.
A close-up view shows a stone grave marker for James Joyce, featuring the dates 1882 and 1941. Dried leaves are scattered across the textured surface of the marker. White text overlaid in the center identifies the source as the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries, University at Buffalo.
Black and white photograph of a cemetery.
A white stone tomb for John Bunyan is enclosed by a short metal fence in a cemetery. A paved walkway runs alongside the grave, and a person walks in the background among the trees. White text reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is overlaid on the center.
Black and white photograph of two children sitting next to a stone wall. One of the children is eating something.
Two young children sit together in front of a stone wall. On the left, a child in a striped romper holds a piece of food to their mouth. To the right, a child in a checkered button-down shirt looks forward. Text for the University at Buffalo is overlaid across the center.
Black and white photograph of a man and two children.
A person in a beret faces a young child wearing striped overalls who holds a pencil and a piece of bread. In the lower right corner, another person looks up toward the child. Text across the center reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
Black and white photograph of two people standing in profile.
Two people stand beneath a stone archway, facing one another in a narrow street between tall buildings. The person on the left wears a peaked cap and a button-down shirt, while the person on the right wears a collared shirt and a full skirt. A text overlay in the center reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
A young child with short hair and a sleeveless top looks upward and to the left in a black and white setting. White text overlaid on the center reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo." The child has an open mouth and the background is out of focus.
Black and white photograph of a woman and child. Woman is holding a child's toy.
In a black and white scene, an adult in a button-down shirt holds a child wearing a light-colored sleeveless dress. The adult holds a round object and looks toward the child, who has hands clasped together. White text across the center reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of a child wearing a short-sleeved shirt.
A young child with short hair wears a button-down shirt with a checked pattern. They stand in front of a rough, light-colored wall with teeth visible. White text across the center reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
Black and white photograph of a child wearing striped overalls.
A young child with light hair and striped overalls is shown from the chest up. The subject looks upward and to the side against a blurred, bright background. Text reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is centered over the middle of the frame.
A child with short, light hair stands in an outdoor setting while wearing vertically striped overalls. They hold a small piece of bread in one hand and look toward the side of the frame. This black and white photograph features a blurred background of stone walls and a path.
Black and white photograph of two children sitting next to a stone wall next to a wooden door.
A black and white scene shows two children sitting on a low stone ledge against a wall of irregular stones. One child wears striped overalls, while the other wears a short-sleeved plaid shirt. A wooden door with a dark net hanging over it and a shuttered window are visible, with white text across the center identifying the University at Buffalo Poetry Collection.
Black and white photograph of a woman standing in front of a wall.
A person with short hair is shown from the waist up, wearing a collared shirt and holding a small object. They are positioned in front of a weathered stone wall and a wooden door. Text overlaying the center identifies the Poetry Collection of the University Libraries, University at Buffalo.
Black and white photograph of a woman sitting outside near a wall, ocean in the the background.
A person with short dark hair wearing a light-colored button-down shirt is positioned in front of a body of water. A textured stone wall is on the right side of the frame, and dry vegetation is on the left. White text across the center identifies The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo.
Black and white photograph of a man sitting on a rock, surrounded by large rocks.
This black-and-white image shows a person seated among rugged, layered rocks under a massive rock overhang that forms a natural shelter. The individual appears relaxed, with one arm resting on a bent knee, and faces the camera with a calm expression. The textured rock surfaces dominate the composition, creating a dramatic, enclosed atmosphere. Light enters from the left side, softly illuminating the person and highlighting the rough contours of the surrounding stone.
Black and white photograph of a person sitting on a rock on a shoreline, ocean in the background.
A person in a light-colored shirt and shorts sits on a rock by the water's edge. Large, dark rock formations frame the person and the sea in the background under a bright sky. Text reading "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is centered in the frame. The scene is captured in black and white.
Black and white photograph of a man with a cigarette in his mouth.
A person with a goatee wears a beret and a light-colored collared shirt while standing near a body of water. Ropes and pulleys from a boat frame the right side of the composition, with hills and a town visible in the distance. The text "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo" is overlaid across the center.
Black and white photograph of a man wearing a beret standing next to an external wall.
A person in a beret and trousers stands in a shadowed walkway next to a large, weathered stone wall. White text across the center identifies the source as The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries at the University at Buffalo. The black and white scene shows the person in partial shadow next to a cracked wall surface.
Landscape photography--Banyalbufar (Spain)
Black and white photograph of a rocky cliff next to the ocean.
A steep, rocky hillside covered in sparse vegetation slopes down to a dark body of water. Jagged boulders are clustered at the base of the cliff where the shoreline meets the sea. White text is centered over the scene, identifying the University at Buffalo's Poetry Collection.
Landscape photography--Palma de Mallorca (Spain)
A vast, cloudy sky sits above a dark, hilly landscape with sparse vegetation and stone buildings in this black and white view. Centered in the middle is white text that reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
Black and white photograph of a building and well.
A stone courtyard contains an arched wooden door on the left and a stone well with a metal pulley system in the center. In the background, a louvered window and a dark arched doorway are set into textured stone walls. White text overlaying the center reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo".
Black and white photograph of a village on a hill.
Small buildings and terraced fields are nestled on a hillside overlooking a rocky cliff and the sea. Wooded mountains rise in the background under a light sky. Centered white text identifies The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo.
Black and white photograph of a man wearing a hat, buildings in the background.
A person with a goatee wears a dark beret and a light-colored button-down shirt in this monochrome close-up. Centered white text is overlaid on the subject, and the background features buildings and a tree branch.
Black and white photograph of buildings.
The facades of several multi-story stone buildings are captured from a low angle against a bright sky. The buildings feature rows of rectangular windows, many of which have closed shutters. White text centered on the image reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photographs of a leafy plant.
Silhouetted plant stems and leaves appear against a bright background in a monochrome composition. Centered white text reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo." The foliage shows varying levels of focus, creating depth through sharp and blurred elements.
Black and white photograph looking downhill at the roofs of buildings and the ocean.
A high-angle view shows a seaside town and terraced agricultural land in a black and white format with scalloped edges. Stone buildings are grouped together near the coast, and rows of trellised crops cover the adjacent hillsides overlooking the water. White text centered on the frame reads "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of a building, well, and bridge.
A stone courtyard is viewed through a wide archway, featuring a circular stone well with a thin metal structure on top. High stone walls enclose the space, and a balcony with a black metal railing sits above the arch. A potted evergreen plant is visible in the lower left foreground.
Black and white landscape photograph, including part of the ocean.
Terraced fields descend a steep hillside toward a rocky coastline and a calm body of water. Several small buildings and rectangular water basins are situated among the cultivated plots. White text across the middle reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
A black and white photograph features the rugged texture of a conglomerate rock formation filled with rounded stones and pebbles. The rock forms a natural arch, revealing a bright white background through the opening at the bottom left. Centered over the rock is white text identifying "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of buildings on a hill.
Multi-story buildings stand on a hillside above a series of terraced gardens supported by stone walls. Rocky mountains rise in the distance behind the structures under a sky with light clouds. Centered over the scene is the text "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
A terraced landscape features stone houses built into a steep hillside under a mountain peak in a black and white photograph with deckled edges. Dense forest covers the higher elevations, while horizontal stone walls create flat agricultural rows below. White text across the center reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."
Black and white photograph of a person's reflection in still water.
This black and white scene shows a person standing at the edge of water with their reflection visible in the upper half of the frame. The reflection depicts the person crouching near bushes and stones, while their actual feet and legs are shown at the bottom. Centered white text identifies the image as part of a library collection.
Black and white photograph of a man facing the camera, standing in front of a wall.
A black and white square portrait features a person with short dark hair wearing a dark, textured coat with a high collar. They stand with their arms crossed in front of a wall where the letters for the word "happy" are arranged in an arc behind their head. A watermark from the University at Buffalo Poetry Collection is visible across the center of the frame.
Black and white photograph of a man in profile sitting at a table, working, holding a cigarette.
A person in a light-colored shirt is shown in profile looking down at papers on a table while holding a cigarette. A second hand appears in the bottom right corner holding a pen over a document. The background features a textured wall and shelves containing circular objects and wires.
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Black and white photograph of a man in profile sitting at a table, working.
A person with short hair wears a button-down shirt while painting on a small rectangular surface. A bottle labeled "Turpentine" and small jars sit on the table next to the work area. Text centered on the scene reads, "The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries University at Buffalo."