Young Palestinian Girl, Gaza Strip

Name/Title

Young Palestinian Girl, Gaza Strip

Entry/Object ID

2021.6.48

Made/Created

Artist

Turnley, Peter

Date made

1988

Dimensions

Height

20 in

Width

24 in

Dimension Notes

51 x 61 cm

Interpretative Labels

Label

2024 post: Throughout 2024, we're looking back at the 100 year history of art at the Mulvane. This work is by Peter Turnley, a photojournalist who has documented major political moments, conflicts, and everyday life in over 90 countries. The photograph presents a close view of a young Palestinian girl. It was taken in 1988 while Turnley was documenting life in Gaza during the First Intifada.