Peter A. Juley was a significant American photographer and art dealer, recognized for his extensive collection of photographs capturing the works of renowned artists and sculptors. Born in 1862 in Zurich, Switzerland, Juley emigrated to the United States, eventually settling in Washington, D.C. where he established the Peter A. Juley & Son photography studio.Juley's photography studio specialized in documenting works of art, including paintings, sculptures, and other forms of visual art. His reputation grew, and he became the go-to photographer for many prominent artists and art institutions. Juley's studio collaborated with museums, art galleries, and private collectors to photograph and archive their collections, contributing significantly to the preservation and dissemination of American art history.Throughout his career, Juley worked with various institutions, including the Smithsonian Institution, the National Gallery of Art, and the Whitney Museum of American Art. Notably, he documented exhibitions and individual works by influential artists such as Alexander Calder, Mark Rothko, Georgia O'Keeffe, Grant Wood, and many others. Juley's photographs not only captured the artworks' essence but also played a vital role in cataloging and preserving the history of American art.
Print on paper
11x9 inches
Printed circa 2000's

Good condition. No rips, tears, creases.