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Tom Sauerwein
Primitive Still Life Photograph of Shelf titled "The Heart of the Cupboard"

2024

$2,500
£1,886.68
€2,159.96
CA$3,525.83
A$3,870.92
CHF 2,019.47
MX$46,843.53
NOK 25,310.89
SEK 23,849.51
DKK 16,123.56

About the Item

This warm and richly detailed photograph by Tom Sauerwein brings the nostalgic charm of Fredericksburg’s antique scene to life. Taken at a local shop, the image invites viewers into a perfectly balanced moment where vintage tools, hand-painted portraits, and kitchen relics tell a layered story of domestic history. The trio of red-handled rolling pins mounted on the blue cupboard becomes the visual anchor, while surrounding copper mugs, stoneware, books, and embroidery frames add texture and depth. Sauerwein’s strength lies in how he captures everyday items with reverence, turning clutter into composition. His colors are bold but never overpowering, and his lens lingers on the personality of the objects. This image feels like stepping into memory—familiar, handcrafted, and quietly beautiful. This photograph comes signed and dated in excellent condition!
  • Creator:
    Tom Sauerwein (American)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Fredericksburg, VA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2574216603482

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