
Five Views From The Panhandle
1962
This portfolio of five black and white gelatin silver prints documents various commercial and industrial structures along a stretch of the Panhandle in Los Angeles. Captured in 1962, the photographs present a straightforward documentary approach to mid century American vernacular architecture, including storefronts, service stations, and roadside establishments. The images are characterized by frontal compositions and clear daylight conditions that emphasize the geometric forms and utilitarian design of these everyday commercial buildings. The work exemplifies the artist's interest in ordinary American landscapes and their particular visual and cultural significance during the post war period.
- Medium
- pencil with stamped title and dates 1962/2007 (on the reverse of each)5 gelatin silver printseach image:
- Overall
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
Notes
Contemporary Day Auction, Sotheby's, sale on 2026-05-15.
🔨 Auction Lot
Contemporary Day Auction
May 15, 2026
Estimate: $80,000 – $120,000
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