Wilson Bentley'S Snowflake 976
Technique: Giclée quality print
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This artwork, titled "Wilson Bentley's Snowflake 976", features a highly detailed and magnified image of a snowflake. The snowflake is depicted with an intricate design, showing the unique, symmetrical patterns that are typical of snow crystals. Each arm of the snowflake radiates from the center with delicate branching and fine detail, accentuating the natural geometric beauty of frozen water.The image is rendered in black and white, which highlights the contrast between the snowflake and the dark background, enhancing the visibility of the flake's detailed structure. This makes the features of each ice crystal stand out with clarity, allowing viewers to appreciate the complexity and elegance of this simple yet fascinating natural phenomenon.Wilson Bentley, the artist, was known for his work in photographing snowflakes and popularizing the idea that no two snowflakes are alike. His method involved capturing these ephemeral ice crystals on black velvet in such a way that their forms could be preserved and studied. This particular piece is a testament to Bentley’s dedication to his craft, showcasing his ability to reveal the extraordinary beauty found in the minutiae of nature.
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Dubbed as “Snowflake”, Wilson Alwyn Bentley (1865-1931) was a pioneer in snowflake photomicrography. As a child he was fascinated by the natural world, and by the age of 19 he became the first to successfully capture a snowflake photograph with the help of a feather, a microscope and a camera. Bentley photographed thousands of individual snow crystals during his career, some of which we are showcasing in this collection.