Artworks

All artworks

Artists

All artists

Galeries

All galleries

Categories

Subcategories

Bertrand Nicolas, Défense - Size S, Photography on paper
Bertrand Nicolas, Défense - Size S, Photography on paper

Défense - Size S, Circa 2020
Bertrand Nicolas

Photography : silver print

24 x 18 x 0.1 cm 9.4 x 7.1 x 0 inch

€100
LOADING NOT DISPLAYED BLUR TEXT
Second NOT DISPLAYED BLUR TEXT
Have a question? Ask a specialist

Free returns within 14 days

Authenticity guaranteed

Learn more

Verified Reviews

9.6/10

Secure payment

Paypal American Express Visa Mastercard Apple Pay Google Pay
Discover similar artworks

About the artwork

Type

Numbered and limited to 12 copies

1 copy available

Signature

Signed artwork

Authenticity

Sold with certificate of Authenticity from the gallery

Invoice from the gallery

Medium

Photography: silver print

Dimensions cm • inch

24 x 18 x 0.1 cm 9.4 x 7.1 x 0 inch Height x Width x Depth

Support

Photography on paper

Framing

Not framed

Tags

Black and white

Street photography

Paris

Grey

Artwork sold in perfect condition

Artwork location: France

This photograph is part of a series entitled "The Distance of Absence", composed of 20 striking photos taken with the Olympus Pen. The Olympus Pen is an iconic half-format* camera, loved for its ability to capture high-quality images while being compact and lightweight. This camera, first introduced in 1959, revolutionized street photography by providing photographers with greater mobility and discretion.

The series “The Distance of Absence" focuses on scenes of urban life, exploring the poetry and melancholy of the city through frozen moments. This photo, titled “Defense," is a perfect example. It captures an architectural detail decorated with climbing ivy leaves, and the inscription "Defense" painted on the stone, evoking both a prohibition and a feeling of protection.

The image subtly plays with contrasts and texture, creating a timeless atmosphere that invites reflection on the traces left by the passage of time and absence. The distinctive grain and black and white reinforce the feeling of nostalgia and timelessness, typical of photos taken with the Olympus Pen.

This work is more than just a street photo; it is an invitation to meditate on urban space, presence and absence, and the way in which we interact with our daily environment.

A photographer for 28 years at the INRAE Communications Department, Bertrand Nicolas regularly publishes his images of scientific reports and illustrations in newspapers and magazines such as Le Figaro, Science & Vie, and Nature Biotechnology. Influenced by his training in visual arts, his personal work is distinguished by a variety of techniques and the use of unique media such as expired film and snapshot transfers.

*half format definition: A "half format" camera means that the film stock used is that of film in order to obtain two photos on each frame of standard 35 mm film. Instead of producing a single 36x24mm image per frame, a half-format camera produces two 18x24mm images.

Read more

About the seller

Galerie Idan Wizen • France

Artsper seller since 2023

Vetted Seller

Top Seller

This seller rewards your purchases of multiple artworks

Collector’s Guide

Imagine it at home

Bertrand Nicolas, Défense - Size S
simulator
simulator
simulator

Discover more by the artist

All artworks
Photography, Dialogue, Bertrand Nicolas

Dialogue

Bertrand Nicolas

Photography - 20 x 30 x 1 cm Photography - 7.9 x 11.8 x 0.4 inch

€100

Bertrand Nicolas
France  • 1967

Presentation

Originally from Yonne where I lived until my baccalaureate, I continued my studies at the Ecole Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Angers, graduating in 1991. I have been a photographer for 28 years at the Communications Department of INRAE (National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and the Environment).

I regularly publish my images of scientific reports and illustrations in the daily press (Le Journal Du Dimanche, Le Figaro, Le Monde, Le Daily des Médecins), magazines (Science & Vie, La Recherche, Biofutur) as well as in specialized scientific journals (Nature Biotechnology, Trends in Genetics).

Without predilection for a particular genre, I like to alternate techniques in my personal photographic work. Very influenced by my training in visual arts (notably with the painter Jean-Pierre PINCEMIN), the support of my images (expired films, transfers of snapshots, etc.) is often the starting point of my approach.

Bertrand NICOLAS is represented by the Studio Idan Art Gallery - 43 rue Beaubourg - 75003 - Paris

Read more

Photographers

French artists

More works from Galerie Idan Wizen

This seller offers discount when you purchase multiple artworks!

All artworks
Photography, Becoming, Brooke Shaden

Becoming

Brooke Shaden

Photography - 50 x 50 x 0.1 cm Photography - 19.7 x 19.7 x 0 inch

€2,400

Photography, Dining Alone, Dina Goldstein

Dining Alone

Dina Goldstein

Photography - 41 x 51 x 1 cm Photography - 16.1 x 20.1 x 0.4 inch

€1,500

Need help?
Where can I be delivered?

Artsper delivers internationally. The list of countries is available in the first step of your cart.

If your country is not listed contact us at [email protected] and we will see what we can do.

Note that Customs fees may apply for works shipped internationally. This is indicated in the first step of the shopping cart.

You can choose a delivery address different from the billing address. Make sure that a trusted person is present to receive the work if you cannot be there.

How do I showcase my work?

Have you purchased a painting, sculpture or work on paper?
Find our expert advice for the conservation and promotion of your works in the articles below:

Why choose Artsper for your art purchases

Artsper offers you access to more than 200,000 works of contemporary art from 2,000 partner galleries. Our team of experts carefully selects galleries to guarantee the quality and originality of the works.

You benefit from:

  • Works at gallery price

  • Return within 14 days, regardless of your location

  • Easy resale of the work purchased on Artsper

  • Personalized research tools (selection and tailor-made universe)

Our customer service is available for any assistance.

Protect your purchase with Artsper: Buy with confidence

At Artsper, our mission is to allow you to collect works of art with complete peace of mind. Discover the protections we offer at every stage of your shopping experience.

Buy works from top galleries

We work in close collaboration with carefully selected art galleries. Each seller on Artsper is carefully examined and approved by our team, thus ensuring compliance with our code of ethics. You therefore have the assurance of purchasing authentic, high-quality works.

Total transparency: you know what you are buying

Before being posted online, all artwork on Artsper is reviewed and validated by our moderation team. You can browse with complete peace of mind, knowing that each piece meets our criteria of excellence.

Personalized support: our experts at your service

Our team of contemporary art experts is available by phone or email to answer all your questions. Whether you want advice on a work or a tailor-made selection to enrich your collection, we are here to support you.

Resell your works with ease

If you have purchased a work on Artsper and wish to resell it, we offer you a dedicated platform to relist it. To find out more, click here.

Make offers with Artsper: negotiate like in a gallery

You have the possibility to propose a price for certain works, just like in a gallery. This feature allows you to initiate discussions and potentially acquire your coins at advantageous prices.

Get help with your negotiations

Our team will negotiate for you and inform you as soon as the best offer is obtained. Do not hesitate to call on our expertise to ensure a transaction at the best price.

Order securely

Artsper satisfaction assurance

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If the work you receive is not to your liking, you have 14 days to return it free of charge, and you will be refunded in full, whatever the reason.

Secure payment with Artsper partners

All credit card payments are processed by Paybox, the world leader in payment solutions. Thanks to their strict security standards, you can transact with confidence.

Problem Support

In the rare event that an artwork arrives damaged or not as described, we are here to help. Whether for a return, refund, restoration or exchange, our team will support you throughout the process and will ensure that we find the solution best suited to your situation.

Conditions to benefit from Artsper protections:

  • Use one of the payment methods available on Artsper for your order.

  • Report any problems within one week of receiving the work.

  • Provide required photographic evidence (including original artwork and packaging).

Artsper guarantees cover the following cases:

  • The received work lacks a described characteristic (for example, a signature or frame).

  • The artwork has significant differences from its description (e.g. color variation).

  • The work is damaged upon receipt.

  • The work is lost or damaged by the carrier.

  • Delivery is significantly delayed.

With Artsper, you collect with complete peace of mind.