Aerial View of Snow-Covered Boreal Forest
Digital photograph, limited edition print on archival paper • Peter Essick (signed 'Peter Essick' lower right)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Landscape Photography / Abstract Nature Photography
Medium & Technique
Black and white digital photography with high-contrast monochrome processing, printed using pigment inks/giclée process
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Circa 1995-2015)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated image size 16 x 24 inches; Landscape format; total framed dimensions approximately 24 x 32 inches
Subject Description
An aerial perspective of a dense conifer forest shrouded in snow. The composition focuses on the pattern-like arrangement of dark vertical tree forms against a stark white ground, creating a high-contrast abstract texture that emphasizes the geometry of nature.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent: The print appears well-preserved under glass with no visible fading, foxing, or physical damage to the paper substrate.
Estimated Market Value
USD 1,200 - 2,500
Auction Estimate
USD 800 - 1,500
Provenance History
Acquired via gallery or artist direct; numbered lower left as '12/25' indicating a limited edition run. Likely originated from a collection focusing on National Geographic or environmental photography.
Art Historical Significance
Peter Essick is a highly acclaimed photojournalist and environmental photographer noted for his long-term work with National Geographic. This piece reflects his ability to bridge the gap between documentary environmentalism and fine art abstraction, highlighting the fragility and scale of the natural world.
Notable Features
Hand-signed by the artist in the lower right margin; numbered 12 of 25 in the lower left; features a clean, professional black gallery frame with an acid-free mat.
Condition Issues
None visible. Slight reflections in the glass are due to external environment and not inherent to the artwork.
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain in a climate-controlled environment with UV-protective glazing. Protect from direct sunlight to prevent long-term ink degradation.