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ANCIENT LAUREL CLOUD FOREST STUDY 1 – PORTUGAL | GERALD BERGHAMMER
Ancient Laurel Cloud Forest Study 1 is a black-and-white fine art photograph by Austrian photographer Gerald Berghammer, capturing ancient laurel trees emerging from the mist in a cloud forest in Portugal.The composition centres on a distinctive, curved tree whose dark branches and sculptural foliage contrast with the soft, diffused light. In the background, a weathered, leafless tree gradually disappears into the fog, while fallen branches and the textured forest floor introduce a subtle sense of depth. The carefully balanced monochrome tones emphasise the interplay of organic forms, light and negative space, creating an atmosphere of stillness and quiet mystery.
Photographed in 2023, the work reflects Berghammer's minimalist approach to black-and-white landscape photography. Through precise composition and refined tonal transitions, the ancient woodland becomes a contemplative study of nature, time and silence. The interplay between sculptural trees and atmospheric light gives the photograph a timeless quality, inviting the viewer to explore the delicate relationship between presence and absence.
This exhibited fine art photograph was printed in 2024 using archival pigment inks and is presented in a matt-black aluminium frame with a natural-white archival mount and anti-reflective glass offering 70% UV protection. Numbered 1/7, signed and dated, the artwork comes ready to hang and includes a Certificate of Authenticity.
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Gerald Berghammer is an Austrian fine art photographer known for his minimalist black-and-white landscape, seascape and architectural photography. His work explores stillness, atmosphere and the relationship between light, form and space.
Combining traditional analogue techniques with precise compositions and refined tonal contrasts, Berghammer creates timeless photographic works characterised by visual reduction and artistic clarity.
His photography has been exhibited internationally and recognised with prestigious distinctions, including a Gold Medal at the International Photography Awards and selection as a finalist in the Hasselblad Masters 2021.
He is the founder of SILVERFINEART Gallery in Vienna, Austria.
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Archival pigment ink print
Photographed 2023 · Printed 2024 · no. 21167
Framed dimensions
56.5 × 56.5 × 2.6 cm
22.2 × 22.2 × 1.0 in
Limited edition 1/7 · Signed, numbered and dated
Each purchase includes a Certificate of Authenticity.
Matt-black aluminium frame with a natural-white archival mount.
Anti-reflective glass with 70% UV protection. Ready to hang.
Worldwide delivery, carefully packaged, fully insured and tracked.
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