
Bougival, Yvelines, France
A quiet moment along the banks of the Seine is captured in Cartier-Bresson's characteristic style, where everyday life is elevated through precise composition and an instinctive sense of timing. The gelatin silver print renders the suburban landscape of Bougival with rich tonal depth, balancing light and shadow to evoke a tranquil, almost timeless atmosphere. This later print exemplifies the photographer's mastery of the decisive moment, transforming an ordinary French riverside scene into a work of understated poetry.
- Medium
- Gelatin silver print, printed later.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Henri Cartier-Bresson: The Eye of the Century
December 12, 2017
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