Description: Discover a true masterpiece of early 20th-century photography with this exquisite original 1930s Bromoil photograph by listed artist Walter D. Berry. Titled "Gloucester," this rare artwork showcases the unique Bromoil process, a labor-intensive technique that produces painterly effects in photographs, capturing the essence of its subject with unparalleled artistry. Key Features: - Artist: Walter D. Berry (listed photographer) - Title: "Gloucester" - Medium: Original Bromoil photograph - Era: 1930s - Exhibition History: 1939 New York World's Fair and Smithsonian (confirmed by original stickers) - Condition: Good, professionally mounted on cardboard - Matted Size: 16" x 20" - Image Size: 13 1/2" x 10 1/4" - Authenticity: Original exhibition stickers including 1939 New York World's Fair and Smithsonian Institution on the back About the Artist and Technique: Walter D. Berry was a master of the Bromoil process, a photographic printing technique popular in the early 20th century. This method involves replacing the silver in a print with oil pigment, allowing for a high degree of artistic control and producing images with a distinctive, painterly quality that elevates photography to fine art. Why Collect This Piece: 1. Historical Significance: Represents a unique photographic process from the 1930s 2. Prestigious Exhibitions: Featured in the 1939 New York World's Fair and Smithsonian 3. Artistic Value: Showcases the painterly effects achievable through the Bromoil technique 4. Provenance: Original exhibition stickers add exceptional historical and collectible value 5. Rarity: Bromoil photographs, especially those with such distinguished exhibition history, are extremely rare 6. Investment Potential: Works by listed artists with museum-quality provenance often appreciate significantly in value Condition Details: This Bromoil photograph is in good condition, maintaining its original artistic integrity. It is professionally mounted on a cardboard board, providing stability and protection. The matting further enhances the presentation of this historical piece. The original exhibition stickers, including those from the 1939 New York World's Fair and the Smithsonian, on the back offer invaluable insight into the photograph's prestigious exhibition history and add immensely to its provenance. Additional Information: - Shipping: Carefully packaged in museum-grade archival materials and fully insured - Returns: Accepted within 14 days (buyer pays return shipping) - Payment: PayPal, major credit cards accepted Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of photographic history. "Gloucester" by Walter D. Berry is not just a photograph; it's a museum-quality masterpiece that has graced the halls of the 1939 New York World's Fair and the Smithsonian. Add this stunning Bromoil print to your collection today and own a unique piece of art that bridges the gap between photography and painting, capturing a moment in time with the unparalleled artistry of a Bromoil master. PLEASE NOTE All items are being sold as is. The pictures are an excellent representation of the condition of the piece. Please email me with any questions BEFORE you bid. Seller's payment instructions Payment is expected within 24 hours of auction end. If you have any problems with payment please email me any issues. Return Policy Please contact me with any and all problems before you do anything. My goal is to make my customers happy. I will address any and all problems in a professional manner. Thank-you for your consideration.
Price: 450 USD
Location: Holliston, Massachusetts
End Time: 2025-02-04T20:00:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Features: 1st Edition, One of a Kind (OOAK)
Autograph Format: Hard Signed
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Production Technique: Bromide Print
Subject: Boats, Fishing Boats, Gloucester, Harbor, World's Fair
Vintage: Yes
Size: 11 x 14 in
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Number of Photographs: 1
Image Orientation: Landscape
Framing: Matted
Year of Production: 1939
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Image Color: Black & White
Signed By: Walter D. Berry
Featured Person/Artist: Walter D. Berry
Style: Documentary, Landscape, Photojournalism
Antique: Yes
Signed: Yes
Photographer: Walter D. Berry
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Theme: Americana, Art, Community Life, Exhibitions, Nature, Nautical, Transportation, 1939 New York World's Fair exhibition, Smithsonian exhibited photograph, Museum-quality vintage photography, Fishing
Type: Photograph
