Evan Deutsch "Brass Balls of Tarascon" Signed B&w Silver Gelatin Photo

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Evan Deutsch "Brass Balls of Tarascon" Signed B&W Silver Gelatin Photo

American B&W Post War & Contemporary Photography -
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American B&W Post War & Contemporary Photography -
Original Silver Gelatin - Pencil Signed on bottom left - Stamped & titled and dated 2000 in Verso -
Photograph Dimension - 11x19" - Frame size 24x30 x1"

This black-and-white photograph, titled Brass Balls of Tarascon, was captured by photographer Evan Deutsch in May 2000 and hand-printed by the artist himself in August 2000. It presents a quiet, timeless street scene in the historic commune of Tarascon in the Provence region of southern France.
Composition and Subject Matter
Architectural Elements: The upper portion of the frame features a series of weathered stone archways. They form a covered arcade characteristic of historic Provencal plazas.
Textured Streets: The foreground and midground consist of a cobblestone street. The stones are worn unevenly, creating a detailed pattern of light and shadow across the ground.
Geometric Focal Points: A large, smooth metallic sphere sits prominently in the lower right foreground. It anchors the composition and gives the piece its title. Smaller brass spheres are visible further down the walkway, drawing the eye deeper into the scene.
Lighting and Atmosphere
Contrast and Tone: The print utilizes a rich monochromatic scale. Deep, velvety blacks are found under the shadowed recesses of the arches. Bright, crisp whites highlight the sunlit stone facings.
Atmospheric Mood: There are no people present in the frame. This gives the photograph a contemplative, still, and slightly mysterious atmosphere. It emphasizes texture and form over human activity.
Depth and Perspective: The photograph is shot from a low, angled perspective. This enhances the dramatic scale of the arches and elongates the cobblestone path.
Framing and Presentation
Matting: The photograph is mounted within a wide, off-white archival mat board. The matting provides significant breathing room around the print.
Frame: It is housed in a clean, minimalist black wooden frame. This contrasts sharply with the textured, painted grey brick wall upon which it is displayed. See less