Jens S. Jensen's 1973 Photograph 'Boy on the Wall' Enters MoMA's Collection

A gelatin silver print by Jens S. Jensen, titled 'Boy on the Wall' and depicting a nine-year-old named Michael in Hammarkullen, Gothenburg, was gifted to The Museum of Modern Art in New York by the artist in 2012. The photograph, measuring 9-1/2 by 11-3/4 inches, was created in 1973. This acquisition was documented on artcritical's website on September 24, 2012. The work represents a specific moment in photographic history, capturing a child in an urban setting. Its inclusion in MoMA's holdings underscores the museum's ongoing commitment to expanding its collection of 20th-century photography. The donation process finalized the transfer of ownership, ensuring the piece's preservation and public accessibility. The image's technical details and provenance are now part of the institution's records.