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Elliott Erwitt — Provence, France
Elliott Erwitt

Provence, France

A timeless black-and-white photograph by Elliott Erwitt capturing the quiet charm of the French countryside, rendered with his characteristic wit and keen observational eye. The gelatin silver print showcases Erwitt's masterful use of light and shadow to evoke the leisurely, sun-drenched atmosphere of Provence. Printed later from the original negative, the image reflects Erwitt's enduring legacy as one of the great humanist photographers of the twentieth century.

Medium
Gelatin silver print, printed later.

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October 1, 2013

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Elliott Erwitt, Provence, France

A timeless black-and-white photograph by Elliott Erwitt capturing the quiet charm of the French countryside, rendered with his characteristic wit and keen observational eye. The gelatin silver print showcases Erwitt's masterful use of light and shadow to evoke the leisurely, sun-drenched atmosphere of Provence. Printed later from the original negative, the image reflects Erwitt's enduring legacy as one of the great humanist photographers of the twentieth century.

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

Related themes

20th Century, Humanist Photography, Landscape Subject, French Countryside, Nostalgic Mood, Quiet Mood, Documentary Photography, Black and White Photography, Landscape, Gelatin Silver Print, American Photographer, Monochromatic, Street Photography, Master Photographer, Candid Photography

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