
Selected Images from The Idea of Louis Sullivan
These five gelatin silver prints by John Szarkowski offer an intimate photographic study of the architectural genius of Louis Sullivan, capturing the intricate ornamental details and bold structural forms that defined his revolutionary vision. Szarkowski, himself a celebrated photographer and curator, brings a discerning eye to Sullivan's buildings, revealing the organic patterns and decorative flourishes that set the architect apart from his contemporaries. Together, the prints serve as both a visual homage and a scholarly document, preserving the legacy of Sullivan's work through Szarkowski's masterful command of light and composition.
- Medium
- Five gelatin silver prints, one printed later.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Photographs from the Collection of the Art Institute of Chicago
October 1, 2014
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