Las Vegas and Tonopah

1997

Mark Ruwedel

Associated Names
Mark Ruwedel

Artist, American, born 1954

The image is a black and white photograph taken from a low perspective within a rocky gorge or canyon. Large rock formations rise steeply on both sides, framing the narrowing path extending towards the center of the image. The rocks contrast with the lighter sky-dominated upper portion. The horizon is subtly indicated by a distant hill where the path dissipates into the landscape. The scene has depth and texture, emphasized by the varied gray tones of the rock surfaces. The absence of color creates a striking visual impact, highlighting the strength and solidity of the features.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Gift of J. Patrick and Patricia A. Kennedy

  • Dimensions

    image/sheet: 19 × 24.2 cm (7 1/2 × 9 1/2 in.)
    mount: 40.6 × 50.8 cm (16 × 20 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2020.163.30


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Gallery Luisotti, Los Angeles); Dr. J. Patrick and Patricia Kennedy, San Leandro, CA; gift to NGA, 2020.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

by artist, lower center on mount below image in graphite: LAS VEGAS AND TONOPAH; on verso, signed by artist, lower right in graphite: LAS VEGAS AND TONOPAH #12 / MARK RUWEDEL 1997


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