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Brett Weston Abstract Photography

American, 1911-1993
(AMERICAN, 1911 - 1993) Brett Weston may be said to be the first successful artistic heir in the history of photography. The son of Edward Weston, Brett was taught the basics of photography by his father at the young age of fourteen, and set out on his own from that point on. At sixteen he had his first one-man show, and received international recognition at eighteen when a score of his photographs was displayed in the legendary “Film und Foto” exhibition of 1929 in Stuttgart. By the age of twenty, his photographs were on view in major shows in the US, Europe, and Japan. Since then, Weston’s photographs have been featured in hundreds of exhibitions around the world, and are staples in the collections of leading museums and galleries including the Getty Museum, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Art Institute of Chicago, George Eastman House, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art New York, Whitney Museum of American Art, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Amon Carter Museum, Museum of Fine Arts Houston, National Gallery of Art and the Smithsonian American Art Museum among others. Concerned with the elemental mass of forms, he is known for his great abstractions; he is also generally acknowledged as one of the finest printers in the medium. “The camera for an artist is just another tool. It is no more mechanical than a violin if you analyze it. Beyond the rudiments, it is up to the artist to create art, not the camera.” ~ Brett Weston
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Artist: Brett Weston
Dune, Oceano
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel, CA
A stunning dune by famous Brett Weston. It's most probable that it was taken in Oceano California with a large format camera. Exceptional printed black and white silver gelatin phot...
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Late 20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Cracked Paint
By Brett Weston
Located in Buffalo, NY
Signed and dated on the front of the mount. Limited edition of 35. Number 17 of 35. From the “Twenty Photographs, 1970-1977” Portfolio.
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1970s Abstract Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Old Cadillac
By Brett Weston
Located in Buffalo, NY
Signed and dated on the front of the mount. Limited edition of 35. Number 14 of 35. From the “Twenty Photographs, 1970-1977” Portfolio.
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1970s Abstract Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

White Sands ~ Dunes
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed on the front of the mount by the artist. Printed circa 1975.
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1970s Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Car Abrasion
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel, CA
Excellent hand printed photograph by the master Brett. Signed and dated in pencil.
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1970s Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Headstone Japan, Japanese Tombstone
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel, CA
A stunning example of Brett Weston's eye for the abstract. Mint Condition. Over matted Signed in pencil lower right. Titled on verso by artist.
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1970s Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Cracked Paint, Garrapata
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed on the front of the mount. This image is from a Brett Weston portfolio Edition of 25 printed between 1990 - 1991.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Car Abstraction - Abstraction 1 Portfolio Print
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel, CA
Printed by artist. Signed and dated in lower right. Matted. Amazing powerful photograph by an incredible artist.
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1970s Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Rock Wall, 1971
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed and dated on the front of the mount. Limited edition of 35. Number 22 of 35. From the “Twenty Photographs, 1970-1977” Portfolio.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Glen Canyon
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed and dated on the front of the mount. Mounted on Crescent Board. Printed in the 1960s.
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1960s Modern Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Beach Rocks
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed by the artist on front of the mount.
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1970s Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Wallboard
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed by the artist. Contact gallery for availability.
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1970s Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Ice Abstraction, 1971
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed and dated on the front of the mount. Limited edition of 35. Number 22 of 35. From the “Twenty Photographs, 1970-1977” Portfolio.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Bristle Cone Pine, 1976
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed and dated on the front of the mount. Limited edition of 35. Number 22 of 35. From the “Twenty Photographs, 1970-1977” Portfolio.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Elegant Gorp, 1976
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed and dated on the front of the mount. Limited edition of 35. Number 22 of 35. From the “Twenty Photographs, 1970-1977” Portfolio.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Untitled, Abstraction of Reeds in Water
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed and dated mount recto. Signed, dated and stamped, Copyright Brett Weston 1980 mount verso.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Jelly Fish
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed on the front of the mount. Print 16 from the Abstraction I Portfolio. 21 of 35. Printed in 1980.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Reeds, Japan
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed on the front of the mount by the artist. Printed in the 1970s.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Abstract Birch Bark
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed by the artist. The photograph was taken and made circa 1970s - 1980s.
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Late 20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Untitled, Dunes
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed on the back of the mount. Printed circa 1950.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

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Previously Available Items
Ice Form
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel, CA
Hand printed photograph by the master Brett Weston. Signed and dated lower right. Titled on verso. Over Matted.
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1970s Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Ice Form
Ice Form
H 9.75 in W 7.75 in
Cracked Paint, Garrapata
By Brett Weston
Located in Pacific Grove, CA
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1950s Abstract Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Mud Cracks
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel, CA
A stunning example of Brett's eye for the abstract and his excellent printing skills. Hand printed by artist. Incredible detail. Framed in museum plexi, black frame and 8ply mat; 2...
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Reflections
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Late 20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Swamp, North Carolina
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Signed and dated on front of the mount. Negative date 1947; printed later. Excellent condition. The wood custom frame (wood grain visible) will be included in the sale. Framed size i...
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1940s Abstract Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Brushed Metal, 1977
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed on the front by the artist.
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1970s Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Mendenhall Glacier
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed on front of the mount. Printed circa 1973.
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1970s Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Water Drops, 1976
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed and dated on the front of the mount. Limited edition of 35. Number 22 of 35. From the “Twenty Photographs, 1970-1977” Portfolio.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Abrasions, 1977
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed and dated on the front of the mount. Limited edition of 35. Number 22 of 35. From the “Twenty Photographs, 1970-1977” Portfolio.
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Abrasions, 1977
H 10.5 in W 13.25 in
Village, Spain, 1960
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Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed and dated on the front of the mount by the artist.
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20th Century Brett Weston Abstract Photography

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Water Tower
By Brett Weston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Signed and dated on the front of the mount.
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Water Tower
Water Tower
H 8.75 in W 7.5 in

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Find a wide variety of authentic Brett Weston abstract photography available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Brett Weston in silver gelatin print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Brett Weston abstract photography, so small editions measuring 8 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Edward Weston, Christine Matthai, and Jason Engelund. Brett Weston abstract photography prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $4,000 and tops out at $28,000, while the average work can sell for $4,800.
Questions About Brett Weston Abstract Photography
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Brett Weston largely photographed landscapes and natural forms like various species of plant. You can see these subjects in his works Dunes, Oceano; Holland Canal; and Mendenhall Glacier. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Brett Weston photographic art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Brett Weston was best known for his photographs capturing the beauty of landscapes, plants and other parts of nature. The American photographer produced many well-known images, including Dunes, Oceano; Tin Roofs; Underwater Nude; Holland Canal; and Mendenhall Glacier. Find a variety of Brett Weston photographic art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    American photographer Brett Weston was notably part of the “Group f/64” movement in photography. Founded in the early 1930s by photographers in the San Francisco Bay Area, pictures taken in this movement are characterized by sharp focus and careful framing of the subject matter — a reaction against the prominence of pictorialism at the time. Shop a collection of Brett Weston pieces on 1stDibs.

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