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Erwin Olaf — Sarah from Grief
Erwin Olaf

Sarah from Grief

A hauntingly intimate portrait by Erwin Olaf from his celebrated *Grief* series, this work exemplifies the Dutch photographer's masterful ability to convey profound emotional depth through cinematic stillness and restrained beauty. The image captures a quiet, almost theatrical melancholy, with Olaf's signature precision in lighting and composition drawing the viewer into a deeply personal psychological space. This rare signed, titled, and dated example, numbered 3/10, represents a distinguished addition to any serious collection of contemporary photography.

Medium
Signed, titled, dated and numbered 3/10 in ink on an artist's label affixed to the reverse of the flush-mount.

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Important Photographs from the Collection of Dr. Anthony Terrana

April 2, 2013

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Erwin Olaf, Sarah from Grief

A hauntingly intimate portrait by Erwin Olaf from his celebrated *Grief* series, this work exemplifies the Dutch photographer's masterful ability to convey profound emotional depth through cinematic stillness and restrained beauty. The image captures a quiet, almost theatrical melancholy, with Olaf's signature precision in lighting and composition drawing the viewer into a deeply personal psychological space. This rare signed, titled, and dated example, numbered 3/10, represents a distinguished addition to any serious collection of contemporary photography.

Medium
Signed, titled, dated and numbered 3/10 in ink on an artist's label affixed to the reverse of the flush-mount.
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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Conceptual Photography, Melancholic Mood, Contemporary Photographer, Limited Edition Print, Dutch Artist, Figurative Photography, Muted Palette, Male Artist, Fine Art Photography, Staged Photography, 21st Century

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