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James Bleecker
Tree and Pond, Ghent (Sepia Toned Pigment Print of a Sunlit Landscape)

2018

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Tree and Pond, Ghent NY, 2018 pigment print on watercolor paper, signed dated and numbered on face 20 X 24, edition of 25 $2,500.00 also available in 13 x 16 inches, edition of 25 $1,500 This Black and White Sepia-toned print of a pond in upstate New York was taken by photographer, James Bleecker. The rural scene depicts a leafy tree streaming with sunlight. The pond in the background is surrounded by trees and reflects some of the golden light. Artist Statement: These photographs span the last decade of nearly four that I have worked in the Hudson River valley. While I have photographed landscapes, towns and cities, I have chosen a selection of rural scenes for this show. All are in Columbia County except “Allee,” (Tuxedo Park) and Quimby Farm (Marlborough). My photography spans four decades of living in the Hudson River Valley. While my Dutch ancestors settled here early - Bleecker and Verplanck are common place names - I don't know what, if any, pull that fact exerts. Certainly I'm attracted to the layers of time exposed here; in ancient stone walls, leaning barns, faded mansions and mill towns. The valley exudes boom and bust, love and leavings. About the Artist: James Bleecker photographs the landscapes and architecture of his native New York State. Since 1983 his work has spanned independent fine art photography and commercial architectural photography. Much of his work has been commissioned by museums and historic preservation groups in the Hudson River valley. About James’s work, Edgar Munhall, Curator Emeritus of The Frick Collection, has written, "James's work is powerful and mature. Rigorously composed and technically perfect, his photographs can reduce you to tears by their beauty." Collections: Berkshire Museum Barry Diller/IAC Albany Institute of History and Art Fenimore Museum Everson Museum Grants, Commissions: New York State Council on the Arts Albany Institute of History and Art Historic Hudson Valley Rockefeller family foundations (various) The Frick Collection American Museum of Natural History The Morgan Library & Museum
  • Creator:
    James Bleecker (American)
  • Creation Year:
    2018
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2273172371

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