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Lot 197
David Burdeny "San Giorgio Maggiore with Gondola Station" Venice 2012 - Large Archival Pigment Print
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
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Description
An evocative and masterfully composed large-scale photographic work by acclaimed Canadian photographer David Burdeny, titled "San Giorgio Maggiore with Gondola Station, Venice, Italy". Captured in 2012, this piece exemplifies Burdeny’s unique "architectural" approach to photography, characterized by a penchant for simple, exacting depictions of sky, horizon, and the liminal spaces where built form meets the natural world.
The composition features a serene, minimalist view across the Venetian waters toward the iconic San Giorgio Maggiore. In the foreground, the dark, rhythmic verticality of the gondola station’s wooden pilings creates a striking contrast against the soft, ethereal light reflecting off the canal. Burdeny often utilizes long exposure times and specific lighting conditions to reveal details beyond the reach of the naked eye, investing his scenes with a sense of silence and solitude that transcends the typical tourist perspective.
Key Details
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Artist: David Burdeny (Canadian, b. 1968)
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Title: "San Giorgio Maggiore with Gondola Station, Venice, Italy"
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Date: 2012
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Medium: Archival digital pigment print
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Style: Contemporary minimalist and architectural photography
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Provenance: David Burdeny translates his background in Architecture and Interior Design into a pursuit of "thresholds and liminality".
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Dimensions: H:46in W:57in
Condition Report
The print is in excellent antiquarian condition, showing vibrant tonal range and crisp details consistent with high-quality archival pigment printing. The surface appears free of scratches, fading, or moisture-related damage. Depending on the specific edition, it may be face-mounted to plexiglass or traditionally framed; in either case, the presentation remains clean and museum-ready.
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