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Tom Sauerwein
Photograph of a Primitive Shelf titled "Primitive Stillness"
2020

$2,500

£1,912.52

€2,199.62

CA$3,570.32

A$3,935.47

CHF 2,033.48

MX$47,045.72

NOK 25,581.07

SEK 24,042.56

DKK 16,429.24

About the Item

This intimate photograph by Fredericksburg native Tom Sauerwein captures the quiet poetry of everyday objects arranged with care. With a sharp eye for light and balance, Sauerwein transforms a primitive shelf into a study of warmth and stillness. A stack of hand-painted boxes, weathered candlesticks, and a folk art plate reading “God shows in little houses” are arranged with reverence, framed by deep shadows and rich textures. The lighting is gentle yet precise, creating a painterly mood that elevates the scene into something timeless. Sauerwein’s work often highlights the hidden beauty in familiar corners of Fredericksburg, VA and this piece is a perfect example of his talent. It is both nostalgic and contemporary, filled with quiet strength and subtle storytelling.

Creator:
Tom Sauerwein (American)
Creation Year:
2020
Dimensions:
Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)
Medium:
Photographic Paper
Movement & Style:
Contemporary
Period:
21st Century
Condition:
Gallery Location:
Fredericksburg, VA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2574216577172

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