This photograph by Alberto Schommer captures the majesty of the sphinx of Giza up close. Behind it is the pyramid, the symbol of the grandeur and mystery of ancient Egyptian civilisation, a culture that has inspired the most gripping stories..The symmetrical composition highlights the serenity of the sphinx before the monumentality of the pyramid in a visual play between the human and the architectural. The choice of black and white accentuates the shadows and textures, leading the image to take on a timeless, evocative feel. Schommer, who was renowned for his portraits and his documentary approach to his work, combines technique, emotional depth and a sober style to capture the essence of things in his photographs.
(BBK Art Route VI. Stories, 2025)
2010. Schommer. Retrospectiva 1952-2009. Bilbao, Museo de Bellas Artes de Bilbao. 08/02/2010-16/05/2010.
2016-2017. Alberto Schommer. San Sebastián, Tabakalera. Centro Internacional de Cultura Contemporánea. 01/12/2016-19/03/2017.
Schommer : retrospectiva, 1952-2009 [Cat. exp.]. Bilbao, Museo de Bellas Artes de Bilbao, 2010, pp. 129, 198, sin n.º cat.
- Printed for the exhibition Schommer. Retrospective 1952-2009, 2009;
- Collection of the artist, San Sebastián, 2009-2013;
- Donated to the museum by Alberto Schommer in 2013.
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