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Erwin Blumenfeld — circa 1947
Erwin Blumenfeld

circa 1947

A striking example of Blumenfeld's mastery of experimental darkroom techniques, this gelatin silver print showcases his signature use of solarization, multiple exposures, and inventive manipulation of light and shadow. The image reflects his avant-garde vision, blurring the boundaries between photography, surrealism, and fine art. Created during his prolific postwar period in New York, the work exemplifies his transformative approach to the female form and his relentless pursuit of photographic innovation.

Medium
Gelatin silver print.

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April 2, 2015

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Erwin Blumenfeld, circa 1947

A striking example of Blumenfeld's mastery of experimental darkroom techniques, this gelatin silver print showcases his signature use of solarization, multiple exposures, and inventive manipulation of light and shadow. The image reflects his avant-garde vision, blurring the boundaries between photography, surrealism, and fine art. Created during his prolific postwar period in New York, the work exemplifies his transformative approach to the female form and his relentless pursuit of photographic innovation.

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

Related themes

Surrealism, Mid Century Modern, Fashion Photography, Modernist Style, Male Artist, Avant-Garde, Black and White Photography, Gelatin Silver Print, American Photographer, Portrait Photography, Master Photographer

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