
Grain Silo, Canton, Ohio, USA
This gelatin silver print by the renowned German photography duo Bernd and Hilla Becher documents an industrial grain silo in Canton, Ohio, exemplifying their systematic typological approach to photographing vernacular architecture and industrial structures. The Bechers employed a consistent documentary style with frontal framing and neutral lighting to create a comprehensive visual archive of disappearing industrial buildings across North America and Europe. Their methodical cataloging of these functional structures elevated industrial architecture to fine art while serving as a historical record of mid twentieth century American manufacturing infrastructure.
- Medium
- Gelatin silver print.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Photographs
April 2, 2025
Lot 167
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