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Ruth Bernhard — Folding
Ruth Bernhard

Folding

A masterful study in organic form and light, Ruth Bernhard's *Folding* captures the subtle interplay of shadow and curve across a softly illuminated surface. The selenium toning lends the print a rich, luminous warmth that deepens the velvety tonal range characteristic of Bernhard's meticulous darkroom craft. Through her precise compositional eye, Bernhard transforms a simple act or form into an quietly meditative exploration of grace and geometry.

Medium
Selenium toned gelatin silver print, printed later.

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Photographs Day Sale

April 2, 2015

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Ruth Bernhard, Folding

A masterful study in organic form and light, Ruth Bernhard's *Folding* captures the subtle interplay of shadow and curve across a softly illuminated surface. The selenium toning lends the print a rich, luminous warmth that deepens the velvety tonal range characteristic of Bernhard's meticulous darkroom craft. Through her precise compositional eye, Bernhard transforms a simple act or form into an quietly meditative exploration of grace and geometry.

Medium
Selenium toned gelatin silver print, printed later.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Figure Study, Nude Photography, Modernist Photography, 20th Century Photography, Black and White Photography, American Photographer, Intimate Mood, Abstract Forms, Silver Gelatin Print, Female Artist

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