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From Chiswick Auctions, John Wimberley, Descending Angel (1981), Silver gelatin print.
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Wimberley's best known photograph is Descending Angel (1981), of a woman underwater. His influences include spirituality, mysticism, mythology, and psychology. Artweek Magazine described his work as "not merely technically correct, but wonderfully alive.
In 1981, he made a series of photographs of a woman underwater, which resulted in his acclaimed image, "Descending Angel". That year John published Presence, a limited edition portfolio of twelve prints.
Mar 14, 2024 · One of his most acclaimed photography collections showcases a series of photos of women underwater. The pièce de résistance of this collection is “Descending Angel,” taken in 1981, depicting the legs of a woman swimming. Wimberley attributes most of his fame to this collection.
Descending Angel — John Wimberley. Edition of 100 Gelatin Silver prints. 11 x 14 $800. 16 x 20 $1,000. 20 x 24 $1,200. Inquire About This Photo. To gain more insight, take a look at some of our blog entries about John Wimberley. Next Image.
View Descending Angel (1981) By Wimberley John; Gelatin silver; 11-1/2 x 10-1/8 inches (29.2 x 25.7 cm); Signed; . Access more artwork lots and estimated & realized auction prices on MutualArt.
