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Seashore

Object Details

Description (Brief)
Edward Weston was influential in the modern photography movement beginning in the 1930s. He is well known for photographing the natural surroundings of his home on the California coast. Weston created striking works of art, some abstract, some more traditional images. A leader in American photography of the 20th century, Weston's prints were first exhibited at the Smithsonian in 1947. Afterwards, he remained interested in the national photography collection. At times, Weston recommended photographers to curators for collecting opportunities, and eventually donated a selection of his work and several cameras to the Photographic History Collection.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
maker
Weston, Edward
date made
1937
Physical Description
paper (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 35 cm x 41 cm; 13 25/32 in x 16 5/32 in
image: 19 cm x 24 cm; 7 15/32 in x 9 7/16 in
Object Name
gelatin silver print

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  • A Day at the Beach
Photograph by Edward Weston, 1937, Seashore
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