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Imogen Cunningham — Calla with leaf
Imogen Cunningham

Calla with leaf

A striking black-and-white photograph by Imogen Cunningham capturing the elegant, sculptural form of a calla lily alongside its broad, sweeping leaf. Cunningham's masterful use of light and shadow emphasizes the organic curves and delicate textures of the bloom, transforming a simple botanical subject into a study of abstract form. The gelatin silver print showcases her signature approach of finding beauty and complexity in natural subjects through precise tonal contrast and intimate composition.

Medium
Gelatin silver print.

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Important Photographs from the Collection of Dr. Anthony Terrana

April 2, 2013

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Imogen Cunningham, Calla with leaf

A striking black-and-white photograph by Imogen Cunningham capturing the elegant, sculptural form of a calla lily alongside its broad, sweeping leaf. Cunningham's masterful use of light and shadow emphasizes the organic curves and delicate textures of the bloom, transforming a simple botanical subject into a study of abstract form. The gelatin silver print showcases her signature approach of finding beauty and complexity in natural subjects through precise tonal contrast and intimate composition.

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

Related themes

Serene Mood, Botanical Subject, Modernist Photography, Early 20th Century, Black and White Photography, Gelatin Silver Print, Pioneering Photographer, Floral Close-Up, American Artist, Female Artist

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