CATAMOUNT ARTS – 2024 Auction for the Arts
Auction Ends: Dec 3, 2024 08:00 PM EST

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Ansel Adams "Vernal Fall" Gelatin Silver Print

Item Number
122
Estimated Value
400 USD
Leading Bid
150 USD
Next Minimum Bid
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The winning bid will go to FrontStream Global Fund (tax ID 26-3265577), a 501c3 nonprofit organization, which will send the donation to CATAMOUNT ARTS (tax ID 030276780) on behalf of the winner.

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2024-12-03 20:00:00.0
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Item Description

Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984)
"Vernal Fall, Yosemite National Park, California," 1948
Gelatin Silver Print, printed before 1984 by Alan Ross

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Description:

This is a magnificent gelatin silver print of "Vernal Fall, Yosemite National Park, California," originally captured in 1948 by the iconic American photographer Ansel Adams. This print was expertly made before 1984 by Alan Ross, a celebrated photographer and former assistant to Adams, using the original negative.

- Image Size: 9.5 x 7 inches (24.1 x 17.8 cm)
- Mount Size: 16.5 x 13.5 inches
- Mat Size: 17 x 14 inches

The print is initialed in pencil by Alan Ross and features the Special Edition Yosemite stamp on the mount verso, authenticating its connection to Adams's legacy.

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Condition Report:

The print is in overall excellent condition with no visible defects. It is dry mounted to a 16.5 x 13.5-inch mat, which is hinged to a 17 x 14-inch window mat. Please note that the mat has some discoloration spotting on the back; however, the print itself remains unblemished. Refer to the included photographs for further inspection and details.

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About Ansel Adams:

Ansel Adams (Ansel Easton Adams) was one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century, renowned for his breathtaking black-and-white images of the American West, particularly Yosemite National Park. His work is celebrated for its exceptional clarity, depth, and technical precision, embodying his deep respect for nature and commitment to environmental conservation.

Alan Ross, as Adams's former assistant, carries forward this legacy with his mastery in photographic printing, ensuring that each print reflects the original vision and artistry of Ansel Adams.

Item Special Note

This item will be available for pickup at the Catamount Arts Box Office (115 Eastern Avenue in St. Johnsbury)  during business hours following the Auction. Shipping is available for this item upon request and at the winning bidder's expense; contact samos@catamountarts.org to arrange.

Donated By:

Jay Craven and Kingdom County Productions