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Larry Clark — Tulsa
Larry Clark

Tulsa

Larry Clark's "Tulsa" is a portfolio of photographs documenting the lives of teenagers and young adults in his hometown, characterized by unflinching depictions of drug use, violence, and sexuality. This signed and numbered limited edition (15/50) represents a significant example of Clark's raw documentary aesthetic that emerged from his personal involvement in the subculture he photographed during the 1970s. The work's presentation in a custom portfolio with embossed title and accompanying materials reflects the artist's commitment to treating his photographic practice as a complete artistic object rather than merely individual prints.

Medium
Each signed in ink in the margin; each numbered 15/50 in pencil on the verso. Accompanied by title sheet, numbered 15/50 in an unidentified hand in ink. Enclosed in a black linen clamshell portfolio with embossed title.

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April 2, 2025

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Larry Clark, Tulsa

Larry Clark's "Tulsa" is a portfolio of photographs documenting the lives of teenagers and young adults in his hometown, characterized by unflinching depictions of drug use, violence, and sexuality. This signed and numbered limited edition (15/50) represents a significant example of Clark's raw documentary aesthetic that emerged from his personal involvement in the subculture he photographed during the 1970s. The work's presentation in a custom portfolio with embossed title and accompanying materials reflects the artist's commitment to treating his photographic practice as a complete artistic object rather than merely individual prints.

Medium
Each signed in ink in the margin; each numbered 15/50 in pencil on the verso. Accompanied by title sheet, numbered 15/50 in an unidentified hand in ink. Enclosed in a black linen clamshell portfolio with embossed title.
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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

20th Century, Color Photography, Youth Culture, Documentary Photography, Gritty Realism, Photobook, American Artist, Social Commentary, Raw Aesthetic, Suburban Life

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