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Candida Höfer — Sachsisches Staatsarchiv Dresden I
Candida Höfer

Sachsisches Staatsarchiv Dresden I

A large-format chromogenic print capturing the grand interior of the Saxon State Archive in Dresden, bathed in cool, even light that emphasizes the architectural symmetry of the space. Höfer's signature style is evident in the absence of human figures, allowing the towering shelves of bound documents and the room's formal geometry to command full attention. The image reflects her broader investigation into institutional spaces as repositories of collective memory and order.

Medium
Chromogenic print.

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April 1, 2014

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Candida Höfer, Sachsisches Staatsarchiv Dresden I

A large-format chromogenic print capturing the grand interior of the Saxon State Archive in Dresden, bathed in cool, even light that emphasizes the architectural symmetry of the space. Höfer's signature style is evident in the absence of human figures, allowing the towering shelves of bound documents and the room's formal geometry to command full attention. The image reflects her broader investigation into institutional spaces as repositories of collective memory and order.

Medium
Chromogenic print.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Interior Space, German Artist, Institutional Setting, Serene Mood, Cool Tones, Documentary Style, Düsseldorf School, Conceptual Art, Contemporary Photography, Architectural Photography, Chromogenic Print, Panoramic Format, Female Photographer, Contemporary Art, Typological Photography, Cool Color Palette, Subdued Mood

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