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Photo credit:
Ruth Bernhard: At the Pool, 1951/printed later: gsp. Donated by
the artist and Debra Heimerdinger /Fine Art Photographs, S.F.
Photo credit:
August Sander: Pastry Cook (Franz Bremer, Cologne), 1928, signed
and printed by Gunther Sander in 1979; gsp. Anonymous donation.
Photo credit:
Horace Bristol: Painting Cable, Golden Gate Bridge, 1936/printed
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1999 Auction of Fine Photographic Prints Preview Exhibition:
A Benefit for San Francisco Camerawork
For those who would like to take the leap from looking at art
on museum walls to seeing it on their own walls, SF Camerawork's annual Auction is the ideal event. The Auction is not just for experienced collectors
(who have long recognized the Auction as one of the richest resources
for premium photographs) but a perfect opportunity for those who
are new to collecting, or just becoming interested in photography,
to buy vintage and contemporary photographs at great prices. Unlike
other forms of art, such as painting and sculpture, photographs
are often more affordable, particularly at Camerawork's popular
Auction, and have great investment value.
But investment isn't the only reason to purchase photographs.
New and established collectors cite captivating subject matter
and the great variety of photographic techniques as some of the
most exciting reasons for collecting photographs. In addition
to traditional black and white photographs, a growing number of
contemporary photographers are rediscovering the potential of
highly desirable 19th century techniques such as palladium/platinum
printing, hand-coloring, albumen prints and photo-etchings which
produce exquisite and richly textured images.
At 1:00 pm on Saturday December 4th at SF Camerawork auctioneer Dale Stulz will start the bidding in Camerawork’s 1999 Annual Benefit Auction of Fine Photographic
Prints, generously sponsored this year by Banana Republic.
All photographs for sale may be previewed at SF Camerwork from
November 24th to December 3rd, and on the day of the Auction, Saturday, December 4th, from
11:00 am to 1:00 pm. A special preview reception will be held
Wednesday, December 1st, from 5:00 to 9:00 pm.
Over 200 vintage and contemporary photographs will be offered
up for auction by auctioneer Dale Stulz, formerly of Christie's
and widely recognized as the most experienced and knowledgeable
photography auctioneer in the field.
Nationally and regionally known photographers, as well as galleries,
photography dealers and collectors nationwide have contributed
prints for the Auction, which is a benefit for SF Camerawork, now in its twenty-fourth year of critically acclaimed artistic
programming in photography and related technologies. This year's
highlights will include works by noted photographers such as Richard
Barnes, James Balog, Ruth Bernhard, Debra Bloomfield, Mark Citret,
Linda Connor, Judy Dater, Jed Devine, James Fee, Lee Friedlander,
Lynn Geesaman, Timothy Hearsum, Michael Kenna, Jason Langer, David
Levinthal, J. John Priola, Meridel Rubenstein, Jerry Uelsmann,
Catherine Wagner, William Wegman, Edward Weston, Marion Post-Wolcott
and many, many others.
Admission to the auction is by catalog only obtainable for $12.00 from Camerawork, Fraenkel Gallery, Robert Koch Gallery, Rena
Bransten Gallery and other locations, or by first class mail for
$15.00. Call (415) 764-1001 to order by mail.
Preview Exhibition:
November 24-December 3, 1999
(Closed Nov. 25-26 for Thanksgiving)
Gallery Hours: 12-5 pm, Tuesday-Saturday
Gallery Admission is F R E E
Gallery Talks are available for classes and community groups. Please call to
schedule: 415-764-1001 or e-mail us.
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