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Wolfgang Tillmans — paper drop (blue)
Wolfgang Tillmans

paper drop (blue)

A crumpled or folded sheet of blue paper is captured with Tillmans' characteristic attention to the beauty of everyday objects, its creases and curves creating an abstract sculptural form. The chromogenic print renders the subtle variations in the paper's blue tones with vivid clarity, transforming a mundane material into a study of light, shadow, and form. The work reflects Tillmans' ongoing interest in still life and his ability to elevate ordinary subjects into compelling visual experiences.

Medium
chromogenic print

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Contemporary Art Day Sale

May 15, 2015

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Wolfgang Tillmans, paper drop (blue)

A crumpled or folded sheet of blue paper is captured with Tillmans' characteristic attention to the beauty of everyday objects, its creases and curves creating an abstract sculptural form. The chromogenic print renders the subtle variations in the paper's blue tones with vivid clarity, transforming a mundane material into a study of light, shadow, and form. The work reflects Tillmans' ongoing interest in still life and his ability to elevate ordinary subjects into compelling visual experiences.

Medium
chromogenic print
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Conceptual Photography, German Artist, Photography, Contemporary Photographer, Post-1990s, Minimalist, Male Artist, Fine Art Photography, Conceptual Art, Contemporary Artist, Blue Tones, Chromogenic Print, Late 20th Century, Abstract, Still Life, Abstract Photography

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Mihail Lari, Alex Capecelatro, Jonathan Murray, Derek Jones