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'Saint Moritz' - A group of Nuns snowhiking, fine art photography, 2023

2024

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Nuns hiking up a snowy Mountain, photographed by Tony Kelly in St. Moritz. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certificate of authenticity from the gallery. 'Saint Moritz' is a project Tony Kelly has been inspired to do for a while now. The snowy mountains of St. Moritz are the backdrop to several of the artist's works. But this one is quite different since its subject is the high alpine monasteries and churches of religious orders that were the early settlers in the mountains rather than the high society frequenting the famous Ski-resort. The work is inspired by historical images that Kelly found of nuns skiing in the Scandinavian mountains and paintings of monks on skis at St Bernard Pass. A James Bond-like mystique is attached to these incredible outposts that have offered shelter and warmth to many weary travelers for centuries. Even Napoleon himself was given two glasses of wine and some bread by the Great Saint Bernard hospice monks when he arrived there in 1800. For many, the most symbolic aspect of a mountain is the peak because it is believed that it is closest to heaven or other religious realms, which drew these brave men to the Alpine. This piece is the first of a new series by Tony Kelly, celebrating the men and women of the cloth whose lives are devoted to their faith and often, in today's lightning-fast society, are forgotten. Tony Kelly is one of the most influential fine art photographers of our time. He plays with humor and provocation, and although highly polished, his work is playfully subversive, which forces you to stop and think, inviting us to venture beneath the glossy veneer and confront stereotypes, taboos, and role reversals. "My aesthetic is fun, colourful, vibrant and sexy. In terms of maintaining authorship, it's a very natural process. If you're true to yourself and your ideas, the rest takes care of itself. My work is a reflection of who I am, it's a reflection of myself. "Tony Kelly always delivers a dash of self-irony to the naked skin and tells a story. PREISS FINE ARTS is one of the most successful galleries on the international art market and is responsible for the increasing importance of fine art photography. Representing only the most prestigious artists, our portfolio provides a substantial overview of the contemporary fine art scene for ten years and counting. PREISS FINE ARTS takes care of its exclusive collectors from all over the world in a highly professional and individual way, meeting the demands of people interested in art. Each artwork is handcrafted and signed by the artist in a strictly limited edition. We deliver worldwide and work with the best service providers regarding framing and delivery.
  • Creator:
    Tony Kelly (Irish)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 26.23 in (66.6 cm)
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  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Vienna, AT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU19313901682

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