U.S. 50, East of Carson City

1977

Lewis Baltz

Associated Names
Lewis Baltz

Artist, American, 1945 - 2014

The image shows a rocky mountainside with sparse vegetation in a black-and-white photograph. The point of view appears to be from a high vantage point, allowing for a detailed observation of the terrain's texture. In the distance, a faint outline of hills or mountains is visible against the sky. The horizon is high in the frame, mostly obscured by the rocky hill closest to us. The absence of color highlights the interplay of light and shadow on the rock surfaces, creating a high-contrast scene. The texture of the landscape and details of the rocky outcrops and bushes add depth to the image. The overall mood is stark and natural, with the monochrome palette enhancing the rugged character of the mountain landscape.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 16.1 x 24.1 cm (6 5/16 x 9 1/2 in.)
    sheet: 20.2 x 25.3 cm (7 15/16 x 9 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.67.36

  • Portfolio Title

    Nevada

  • Copyright

    © Lewis Baltz

Associated Artworks

See all 15 artworks
The image shows a wide landscape view from an elevated point. In the foreground, there is rugged terrain with rocky outcrops and an unpaved trail. The scene transitions into an urban area with orderly structures and a grid-like layout. In the distance, a mountain range subtly defines the horizon under a vast sky. The black and white palette accentuates the contrast and texture of the surroundings, both natural and built.

Reno--Sparks, looking South

Lewis Baltz

1977

The image shows a large rectangle with a uniform surface and hints of texture.There is a faint impression of the word "NEVADA" on the canvas. The colors are muted brownish-gray.

Nevada

Lewis Baltz

1978

The image shows a landscape with a wide expanse of terrain. The horizon is high with a bright cloudless sky. The ground has sparse vegetation with low-lying shrubs. In the distance, there are gentle hills rising from the flat land. The color palette is black, white, and gray, giving a monochromatic feel to the picture.

Hidden Valley, looking South

Lewis Baltz

1977

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Joshua P. Smith, Washington, DC; NGA purchase, 2001.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left verso in graphite: N5; lower center verso in graphite: 37/40; lower right verso in graphite: Lewis Baltz 1977

Wikidata ID

Q64157347

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