Ansel Adams Abstract Prints

American, 1902-1984

The San Francisco–born photographer Ansel Adams is celebrated for his majestic black-and-white photography that brought the deserts, mountains and forests of the American West to the public. His images, beloved for their raw beauty and the magic of their subjects, are known around the world and widely reproduced as calendars and posters.

A sickly child with little attraction to sports or games, Adams early on developed an avid interest in the natural surroundings of his San Francisco home, on the heights facing Golden Gate Park. This passion found a productive outlet in photography, which he discovered at 14, when his father gave him his first camera during a family trip to Yosemite National Park. He spent much of the ensuing decades capturing Yosemite’s vast and varied wonders.

Adams’s photographs were first published in 1921. Even these early efforts demonstrate his eye for composition and his sensitivity to tonal balance and textural contrast. In the mid-1920s, he began to play with soft focus, as in the dreamy 1927 Lyell Fork Meadows, which appears bathed in a hazy, nostalgic light. The 1948 Sunrise over Sand Dunes in Death Valley exemplifies Adams’s later experiments with stark contrasts in light and geometric framing, which transform the landscape into a near abstraction.

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Artist: Ansel Adams

Ansel AdamsAnsel Adams and the West, 1979

$295

Ansel Adams and the West

By Ansel Adams

Located in New York, NY

Ansel Adams and the West, 1979 Offset Lithograph Poster 23 × 36 inches Unframed This offset lithograph poster was created on the occasion of the Ansel Adams exhibition, Ansel Adams and the West, at the Museum of Modern Art in New York from September 8 - October 28, 1979. The photograph featured in this poster is Old Faithful...

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1970s Realist Ansel Adams Abstract Prints

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Lithograph, Offset

Georges MathieuOriginal Air France Greece (Grece) vintage travel poster, c. 1967

$519Sale Price|20% Off

H 38 in W 23 in D 0.05 in

Original Air France Greece (Grece) vintage travel poster

By Georges Mathieu

Located in Spokane, WA

Original Air France Grece vintage travel poster. Linen-backed original travel poster by Air France to Greece. Stylized Greek columns and the Parthenon in Athens, Greece sit on a mediterranean blue background. Very good condition, A- Ready to frame. Edges were trimmed at the time of linen backing. The creation of this poster was part of a larger series initiated by Pierre Sautet, the Deputy Commercial Director of Air France. Mathieu began working on these posters a year earlier and completed the series in 1967. Air France is France's flag carrier airline, one of the world's largest and most well-known airlines. Established in 1933, the airline has a rich history and has played a significant role in the development of international air travel. Air France often featured a distinctive style that reflected the cultural and artistic trends of the time. From the Art Deco elegance of the 1930s to the vibrant colors and bold designs of the 1960s, these posters represent the changing aesthetics over the decades. Due to their artistic quality and historical significance, Air France vintage posters...

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1960s Abstract Ansel Adams Abstract Prints

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Offset

Brendan NeilandKing's Cross Station, London original vintage poster by Brendan Neiland, 1991

$474

H 40.16 in W 25.2 in

King's Cross Station, London original vintage poster by Brendan Neiland

By Brendan Neiland

Located in London, GB

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Late 20th Century Abstract Ansel Adams Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Burton van DeusenUNTITLED (From the ARTSOUNDS Collection), 1986

$140

H 12 in W 12 in

UNTITLED (From the ARTSOUNDS Collection)

Located in New York, NY

BURTON VAN DEUSEN Untitled (from the Artsounds Collection), 1986 color offset print, ed. 200 12 x 12 cm. 30.5 x 30.5 cm. Edition 49/100 signed and numbered in pencil by the artist...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Ansel Adams Abstract Prints

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Offset

Helen FrankenthalerFrankenthaler, Mary Mary 1991, New York City, Lincoln Center, 1991

$1,036Sale Price|20% Off

H 49 in W 32 in

Frankenthaler, Mary Mary 1991, New York City, Lincoln Center

By Helen Frankenthaler

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: After Helen Frankenthaler (1928-2011) Title: Mary Mary (Lincoln Center Honorary) Year: 1991 Medium: Offset lithograph poster on extra thick Somerset paper Edition: 2000 Size...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist Ansel Adams Abstract Prints

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Lithograph, Offset

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali, The Dawn, from Don Quichotte de la Manche, 1957, 1957

Unavailable|~~$24,796~~

H 16.125 in W 12.875 in

Salvador Dali, The Dawn, from Don Quichotte de la Manche, 1957

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Salvador Dali (1904–1989), titled L'aurore (The Dawn), from the folio Pages choisies de Don Quichotte de la Manche (Selected Pages of Don Quixote of La M...

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1950s Surrealist Ansel Adams Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Wojtek KowalczykUntitled - III, Surrealist Lithograph by Wojtek Kowalczyk, 2005

$450

H 19.5 in W 13.5 in

Untitled - III, Surrealist Lithograph by Wojtek Kowalczyk

By Wojtek Kowalczyk

Located in Long Island City, NY

Untitled - III Wojtek Kowalczyk, Polish (1960) Date: 2005 Lithograph, signed in pencil Size: 19.5 in. x 13.5 in. (49.53 cm x 34.29 cm)

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Early 2000s Surrealist Ansel Adams Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

$600

H 31 in W 23.25 in

Italian Post Modern Pop Art Lithograph Vintage Poster Memphis Galerie Maeght

By Valerio Adami

Located in Surfside, FL

Vintage gallery exhibition poster. Bright vivid red and bold yellow. The Galerie Maeght is a gallery of modern art in Paris, France, and Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The gallery was...

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1980s Pop Art Ansel Adams Abstract Prints

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Lithograph, Offset

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Find a wide variety of authentic Ansel Adams abstract prints available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Ansel Adams in lithograph, offset print and more. Not every interior allows for large Ansel Adams abstract prints, so small editions measuring 36 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of and César Baldaccini. Ansel Adams abstract prints prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $295 and tops out at $295, while the average work can sell for $295.

Questions About Ansel Adams Abstract Prints

What was Ansel Adams concept?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Photographer Ansel Adams spoke of the ‘Art of Visualization’ around his photography methods. This concept revolves around the photographer imagining where the audience’s eye will move across a scene before taking the shot. Visualization helps the photographer frame a scene in a way that aligns with their intent. Shop a collection of Ansel Adams photography from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do you identify Ansel Adams prints?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify Ansel Adams prints, look on the back for a stamp that says "Photograph by Ansel Adams." This marking appears on nearly all Adams prints, and many also display the photographer's signature. If you'd like to learn more about the name and history of the image shown on your print, there are many online catalogues that you can refer to. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can also be of assistance. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Ansel Adams photography.
What is Ansel Adams' most famous photo?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
Ansel Adams' most famous photo is open for debate. One of his first photographs to draw attention from the public was 1927's Monolith, the Face of Half Dome, an image of the Half Dome in Yosemite National Park. Other notable photos by Adams include Moonrise, Hernandez, New Mexico; Half Dome, Merced River, Winter, Yosemite National Park, California; San Francisco From Twin Peaks and Sand Dunes, Sunrise, Death Valley National Monument, California. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of Ansel Adams art.
How do I know if my Ansel Adams print is real?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
To know if your Ansel Adams print is real, first check online and print catalogues to see if the photograph is a known work of Ansel Adams. Snapping a photo of your print and then performing a reverse image search can jumpstart this process. If you don't find the photograph attributed to Adams, your piece is unlikely to be real. Should your search prove successful, next look for any signatures and markings on the front and back of the print. Reproductions produced after Adams's work will usually say "Photography by Ansel Adams," while originals may be signed by the photographer or have an Adams stamp or label on the back. If you still need assistance with the evaluation process, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can be of assistance. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Ansel Adams prints.