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THE CLIFFS OF ÉTRETAT STUDY 4 – FRANCE | GERALD BERGHAMMER
The Cliffs of Étretat Study 4 is a black-and-white fine art photograph by Austrian photographer Gerald Berghammer, capturing the dramatic chalk cliffs and natural sea arch along the Normandy coastline in France.The composition centres on a monumental rock formation rising from the sea, its distinctive arch creating a striking interplay of geological structure, light and negative space. The long exposure transforms the surrounding water into a smooth, luminous surface, contrasting with the sharply defined textures of the limestone cliffs. Restrained monochrome tones and a carefully balanced composition emphasise the landscape's sculptural character and timeless atmosphere.
Photographed in 2023, the work reflects Berghammer's minimalist approach to seascape photography. By reducing the movement of the sea and emphasising the essential forms of the coastal landscape, the photograph becomes a contemplative study of permanence, natural beauty and stillness.
This exhibited archival pigment ink print was produced in 2024 and is presented in a matt-black aluminium frame with a natural-white archival mount and anti-reflective glass offering 70% UV protection. Signed, numbered and dated, the artwork includes a Certificate of Authenticity and comes ready to hang.
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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. 21219
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.
About the work