Shelby Lee Adams, American B. 1950 'The Napier Brothers with Puppies' 1993 25/25

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Shelby Lee Adams (American, b. 1950).
The Napier brothers with Puppies
Silver gelatin print, 25/25.
Signed in pencil lower left, … Read more Shelby Lee Adams (American, b. 1950).
The Napier brothers with Puppies
Silver gelatin print, 25/25.
Signed in pencil lower left, titled and dated 1993.
Dimensions: 16" x 20" paper size, this is larger version.
Matted and framed under glass overall 25" x 28"
Pictured in his second book "Appalachian Legacy," 1998.

We are please to offer this evocative work by the esteemed American photographer Shelby Lee Adams, renowned for his poignant documentation of Appalachian life. This captivating silver gelatin print, titled "The Napier Brothers with Puppies," is numbered 25 out of 25, capturing the harshness & softness of the Appalachia.

The photograph is the larger version of this edition, measuring 16" x 20" on paper, presented in a matted silver leaf wood frame measuring 25" x 28". Signed in pencil in the lower left corner and dated 1993, it holds a significant place in Adams's body of work and is featured in his second book, "Appalachian Legacy," published in 1998.

Adams, born in 1950, developed a deep connection to the Appalachian region during his childhood, accompanying his uncle, a doctor, and gaining profound insights into the lives of its families. His portfolio encompasses intimate environmental portraits, showcasing the raw beauty and resilience of the Appalachian people.

This particular work is a fine example, encapsulating Adams's distinctive style, characterized by empathy and authenticity, offering a glimpse into the Appalachian world, capturing the essence of familial bonds and rural life. With its rich history and inclusion in Adams's celebrated publications, this photograph stands as a testament to his profound exploration of the human experience within unseen regional America. See less