From the South Jetty, Clatsop County, Oregon D

1990

Robert Adams

Associated Names
Robert Adams

Artist, American, born 1937

The image shows an expansive view of the ocean, with the camera positioned close to the water's surface and directing towards the misty distance. The horizon is difficult to discern as it blends seamlessly into the foggy atmosphere. The ocean waves roll across the surface with detailed texture and soft, gentle undulations. The scene is depicted in grayscale, emphasizing shades of grey and soft white highlights, creating a serene, tranquil quality. Light catches on the wave crests closest to us, adding a slight sheen amidst the muted tones, stretching infinitely into the haze.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mary and Dan Solomon; purchase and gift to NGA, 2006.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

on verso, signed by artist, lower right in graphite: Robert Adams 1992; lower left in graphite: 1/30 / Southwest from the South Jetty, / Clatsop County, Oregon, 1990; lower center in graphite circled: D; copyright stamp in black ink with graphite addition: 1990

Wikidata ID

Q64159201

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