Description
"Polk" Large Scale Textural Photograph
Detailed macro photo by Bill Clark (American, 20th Century). Clark has taken a photograph of heavily painted concrete. The paint is bold yellow and deep black. The close-up photo shows texture and detail, including some detritus stuck in the cracks. Presumably this photo was taken on Polk St in San Francisco.
Signed "Bill Clark" and dated "1990" lower right.
Notated "Sample" in the lower right.
Titled "Polk" lower left.
Unframed.
Paper size: 45"H x 41"W
Shipped rolled in a tube.
Clark's photography involves the examination of hidden details of urban life transformed into aesthetic objects, he transforms the mundane to art, elevating both the subject and the possibilities of photography. Clark continues to exhibit his art in many galleries.
Artists statement: "My photography involves the examination of hidden details of urban life transformed into aesthetic objects. In the tradition of minimalist artists whose focus is on context, it is texture that facilitates the dialogue between the natural and the man-made world. Metal is harmonized with wood, deteriorating paint takes on the significance of a volcano, sunset or rainstorm. I am interested in transforming the mundane to art, elevating both the subject and the possibilities of photography."
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Overall good condition, with some tonal ageing at top edge of paper. Paper is curved due to being stored rolled. Will be shipped rolled in a tube.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Photography
Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Abstract
Detailed macro photo by Bill Clark (American, 20th Century). Clark has taken a photograph of heavily painted concrete. The paint is bold yellow and deep black. The close-up photo shows texture and detail, including some detritus stuck in the cracks. Presumably this photo was taken on Polk St in San Francisco.
Signed "Bill Clark" and dated "1990" lower right.
Notated "Sample" in the lower right.
Titled "Polk" lower left.
Unframed.
Paper size: 45"H x 41"W
Shipped rolled in a tube.
Clark's photography involves the examination of hidden details of urban life transformed into aesthetic objects, he transforms the mundane to art, elevating both the subject and the possibilities of photography. Clark continues to exhibit his art in many galleries.
Artists statement: "My photography involves the examination of hidden details of urban life transformed into aesthetic objects. In the tradition of minimalist artists whose focus is on context, it is texture that facilitates the dialogue between the natural and the man-made world. Metal is harmonized with wood, deteriorating paint takes on the significance of a volcano, sunset or rainstorm. I am interested in transforming the mundane to art, elevating both the subject and the possibilities of photography."
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Overall good condition, with some tonal ageing at top edge of paper. Paper is curved due to being stored rolled. Will be shipped rolled in a tube.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Photography
Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Abstract
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Overall good condition, with some tonal ageing at top edge of paper. Paper is curved due to being stored rolled. Will be shipped rolled in a tube.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
45 x 41 x 0.03 in
"Polk Street" Large Scale Textural Photograph San Francisco Abstract by Bill Clark
Estimate $650-$1,210
Starting Bid
$320
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Oct 6, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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