A vintage gelatin silver print photograph titled "Monika" by Otto Steinert, taken around 1950.
Otto Steinert, a leading figure in post-war German photography was known for "subjective photography".
The photograph features a young woman sitting on a simple wooden chair in front of an abstract, dark sculptural element.
The composition uses dramatic lighting and contrast, characteristic of Steinert's artistic approach.
Similar prints have been exhibited in major museums and sold at international art auctions.
"Monika"
gelatin silver print
1950
Otto Steinert
Germany
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