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Boissonnas, Frédéric
(1858-1946)View of the Parthenon

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Fotografie des 19. – 21. Jahrhunderts (Katalog nur online verfügbar)
Auktionsdatum 4.12.2024

(Attributed to). View of the Parthenon. ca. 1910. Large-format carbon print mounted to board. 42,8 x 57,4 cm. Printed title below image on mount (cut off).

Frédéric Boissonnas was a pioneering Swiss photographer celebrated for his extensive documentation of Greece and the Mediterranean in the early 20th century. His work is distinguished by its meticulous composition, capturing the grandeur of ancient ruins, stunning landscapes, and local culture with a profound reverence for classical heritage. Boissonnas’ mastery of carbon printing resulted in images of exceptional tonal richness and lasting quality, solidifying his legacy as a seminal figure in the history of photography. – Light scratch across upper left portion of print, top right corner bumped, otherwise in good condition.