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Charles LockeCharles Wheeler Locke “Photo Opportunity” c. 1935 Garden of the Gods Lithographcirca 1935
circa 1935
$1,250
£962.85
€1,099.47
CA$1,783.15
A$1,950.44
CHF 1,023.54
MX$23,326.13
NOK 12,917.03
SEK 12,050.03
DKK 8,211
About the Item
This rare and engaging circa 1935 original lithograph, “Photo Opportunity,” by American Modernist Charles Wheeler Locke (1899–1983), captures a lively moment of early 20th-century tourism against the dramatic landscape of Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. Printed in an exceptionally small limited edition of just 30 impressions, this work is a standout example of Locke’s expressive draftsmanship and his ability to blend documentary realism with a distinctly modernist sensibility.
In this dynamic composition, a group of tourists pauses to admire and photograph the towering red sandstone formations—iconic geological landmarks that have long defined the rugged beauty of the American West. Locke’s confident linework and sensitive handling of scale bring energy, humor, and cultural insight to the scene, offering a rare historical glimpse into 1930s American leisure and landscape appreciation.
Edition: 1/30 (limited edition)
Medium: Lithograph on paper
Image size: 11 ¼ × 10 ⅜ inches
Framed size: 17 ¾ × 16 ¾ × ⅞ inches
Frame: Custom black frame, professionally assembled and ready to hang
Condition: Excellent vintage condition; archivally framed. Additional condition details available upon request.
Provenance: Private collection
About the Scene
Designated a National Natural Landmark, Garden of the Gods has captivated visitors since its naming in 1859, when surveyors declared the site “a fit place for the Gods to assemble.” Locke’s portrayal preserves not only the majesty of the landscape but also the evolving relationship between Americans, photography, and scenic tourism during the early 20th century.
- Creator:Charles Locke (1899 - 1983, American)
- Creation Year:circa 1935
- Dimensions:Height: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)Width: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
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- Framing:Frame IncludedFraming Options Available
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- Gallery Location:Denver, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: 258101stDibs: LU27310742062
Charles Locke
Charles Wheeler Locke Born 1899, Cincinnati Ohio
Died 1983, Garrison New York Charles Wheeler Locke – painter, illustrator, print maker, and teacher – was born in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1899. He studied at the Cincinnati Art Academy and later with Joseph Pennell at the Art Students League in New York City. Noticing Locke’s talents, Pennell hired him as his primary assistant before selecting him to succeed him as Instructor of Lithography. Locke held that position between 1922 and 1937. Beginning in 1925, his lithographs of the docks, wharfs, and streets of New York and Brooklyn gained international recognition. He was a member of the Society of American Etchers, National Academy of Design, American Print Makers, and the Century Club.
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