Barcelona-New York (1992)

4.250,00€ (VAT included)

Author: Elizabeth Lennard

Art Style: Tirage argentique rehausse couleurs / Silver gelatin Hand-colored
Dimensions: 40x50cm, 15,7×19,7in
Edition: Piece unique edition variee 1/3 / Unique piece varied edition 1/3
Reference: EL009

Description

Description

This artwork, titled New York-Barcelona (1992) by Elizabeth Lennard, is a hand-colored silver gelatin photograph that captures the iconic skyline of New York City, juxtaposed with a promotional flair referencing flights from Barcelona. The work measures 15.7 by 19.7 inches and is a unique piece, part of a varied edition (1/3).

The composition features a stylized depiction of New York’s skyline, including the once-dominant Twin Towers of the World Trade Center, rendered in pastel tones of pink, yellow, and blue. The buildings rise up from the lower half of the composition, which portrays the waterfront, blending architectural realism with a whimsical, almost nostalgic color scheme. The hand-colored details give the urban landscape a softened, dreamlike quality, transforming the bustling metropolis into a more serene, visually inviting scene.

At the top of the image, bold, retro-style text reads “New York” in a playful, striped design, with the words “Desde Barcelona” (From Barcelona) and “Vols Diaris a les 1:15” (Daily flights at 1:15) written in Spanish or Catalan, giving the impression of an old travel advertisement. This element reinforces the connection between the two cities and evokes a sense of travel, exploration, and connection across continents.

The hand-colored technique enhances the vintage, almost poster-like aesthetic of the work, allowing the artist to infuse a sense of warmth and lightness into the cold, towering skyscrapers. The use of color not only softens the sharp edges of the cityscape but also adds an artistic layer to what might otherwise be a straightforward representation of the skyline.

This photograph is both a celebration of New York City and a playful nod to the notion of global travel and the excitement of cultural exchange. By merging the urban architectural landscape with the promotional flair of a vintage travel poster, Lennard creates a work that feels both contemporary and nostalgic, inviting viewers to reflect on the connection between cities and the experiences that link them.