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Peter Cornelius
Sunbathing on a Ford - 1938

2025

$844.75
£632.30
€710
CA$1,160.28
A$1,297.34
CHF 680.51
MX$15,713.86
NOK 8,590.06
SEK 8,115.54
DKK 5,405.44

About the Item

Germany, 1938 – Photograph by Peter Cornelius In this beautifully composed summer scene, captured by Peter Cornelius in 1938, a young woman reclines atop the folded soft-top of a Ford V8 convertible, enjoying the sunshine in a carefree moment of leisure. Her pose is effortless and serene, with eyes closed and a smile of quiet contentment, as sunlight bathes her in warmth. Framed by the distinctive rear of the classic Ford and set against a backdrop of trees, the image captures the elegance and freedom of prewar summer travel – where cars were not just transportation, but part of the lifestyle. A timeless symbol of sunshine, youth, and automotive charm. The print is new, a Fine Art Print on Illford Black and White Paper quality paper made by Whitewall. It comes to you in a tube.
  • Creator:
    Peter Cornelius (1913 - 1970, German)
  • Creation Year:
    2025
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.49 in (74.9 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    45 x 30 open editionPrice: $702
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cologne, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU132216714722

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