Bamboo #1, Maui
Limited edition black and white photograph, matted and framed • Corrin Harper (as per the signature at bottom right)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Nature Photography, Minimalist Photography
Medium & Technique
Archival pigment print on paper (likely silver gelatin or digital inkjet with carbon inks to achieve deep blacks), solarized or high-contrast development technique
Creation Period
2020 (as indicated by the dated signature)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20 x 30 inches (visual estimate including matting); Portrait orientation
Subject Description
A vertical composition of bamboo stalks. The image utilizes a high-contrast black and white palette, emphasizing the vertical lines and rhythmic nodes of the bamboo. The play of light suggests a forest interior with a focus on geometric form and texture rather than botanical detail.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent. The print appears well-preserved under glass with no visible fading, foxing, or physical damage to the paper surface.
Estimated Market Value
$800 - $1,500 USD
Auction Estimate
$500 - $1,000 USD
Provenance History
Acquired directly from the artist or a contemporary gallery (likely in Hawaii or US mainland); identifiable by the '2/10' edition mark and hand-signature.
Art Historical Significance
A local or regional contemporary piece reflecting the tradition of nature-based abstraction in photography, akin to the works of Edward Weston but with a modern digital precision and focus on the Hawaiian landscape.
Notable Features
Hand-signed and dated 'Corrin Harper 2020' in pencil; numbered '2/10' indicating a rare, small-batch edition; titled 'Bamboo #1, Maui' in pencil at the bottom left margin.
Condition Issues
None visible; minor glare is present from the glazing during the photographing of the piece, not inherent to the work.
Conservation Recommendations
Provide UV-protective glass if not already present; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent long-term shifting of black values; maintain a stable humidity environment.