Torso with Hand

Franco Salmoiraghi was born in 1942 in Herrin, Illinois into an Italian immigrant family.
He currently resides in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Known for:
Elegantly composed landscape, nude and botanical photographs. Much of his work centers around the Hawaiian Islands.

Most Popular Images:
Torso with Hand; Cloud Visiting the Valley; Night Blooming Cereus

Did you know ... ?
• A Gallery for Fine Photography exhibits Salmoiraghi's fine art photographs, but he is primarily known for his documentary work about the travel, culture and social issues of Hawaii.

Quote:
"The facts of heredity and geography have affected my vision with a sense of mystery which touched me through my childhood experiences in the Italian/Catholic community where I grew up. This feeling of living in a mysterious world is the main theme of much of my black and white photography."

General Format:
His Silver Gelatin photographs are in sizes 8" x 10", 11" x 14", 16" x 20" and 20" x 24".

How many photographs exist?
Salmoiraghi prints in small, unnumbered editions. 5 - 10 exist for most images. About 100 photographs exist of Torso with Hand in all sizes.

Prices:
$650 - $2,000.

How are the photographs printed and signed?
Photographs are signed au recto in ink with copyright stamp au verso.

Technical Information:
Salmoiraghi uses both 35mm and 2 1/4 cameras.

Vintage:
Some vintage photographs are available.

Portfolios:
None.

Books(order yours now!):
Eros - hardback, out of print, $125.

Price History:
1975: $100.
1985: $100. - $250.
1995: $550. - $700.
2000: $650. - $1,500.

Availability:
A Gallery has a great selection of photographs by Franco Salmoiraghi.

Authenticity is guaranteed. Prices and availability are subject to change without prior notice.

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