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Bernice Abbott
Berenice Abbott "Rockefeller Center" Silver Print

Circa 1965

$2,350
£1,794.16
€2,054.94
CA$3,292.34
A$3,681.24
CHF 1,930.96
MX$44,588.63
NOK 24,374.61
SEK 23,028.12
DKK 15,338.12

About the Item

Berenice Abbott (American, 1898-1991), "Rockefeller Center Foundation", Gelatin Silver Print, 1932, printed later circa 1965, signed in pencil lower right, with Swann Auction Gallery label to reverse. Image: 13" H x 10" W; mat: 24" H x 20" W. Provenance: Swann Auction Galleries, New York, 6 April 1998, Lot 140. From the 50 East 89th Street estate of a 20th century photography collector. The image is a black and white photograph by Berenice Abbott, titled "Foundations of Rockefeller Center, New York" and taken in 1932. It is a part of her series "Changing New York," which documented the city's rapid transformation in the 1930s. The photograph captures the steel framework of the Rockefeller Center during its construction, showcasing the intricate network of girders and beams that formed the foundation of the iconic complex. Abbott's work is characterized by its sharp focus, strong contrast, and emphasis on the geometric forms of urban architecture. Her style is often described as straight or documentary photography, aiming to capture the subject matter accurately and honestly without manipulation. This approach aligns with the modernist movement's rejection of pictorialism, which favored soft focus and romanticized subjects. Abbott's photographs provide a valuable record of New York City's architectural history, capturing the city's transition to modernity.
  • Creator:
    Bernice Abbott (1898 - 1991, American)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1965
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Overall in good condition commensurate with age and use; photograph glued down to backing board, scuffs and marks to front of matte board.
  • Gallery Location:
    Astoria, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 28581stDibs: LU2845216070452

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