The image features a monochrome bell pepper. Its smooth, flowing curves reminiscent of an artistic sculpture, are set against a dark background, highlighting the intricate textures and forms created by shadows and light. An abstract, almost surreal appearance elevates the natural beauty of this simple vegetable.

The image features a monochrome bell pepper. Its smooth, flowing curves reminiscent of an artistic sculpture, are set against a dark background, highlighting the intricate textures and forms created by shadows and light. An abstract, almost surreal appearance elevates the natural beauty of this simple vegetable.

Name/Title

Pepper #30

Entry/Object ID

2012.19.11

Description

The folds of a bell pepper which seem to fall back into the background.

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Gelatin Print - silver

Category

Vault, Plants and Nature

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Edward Weston

Role

Photographer

Artist

Cole Weston

Role

Photographer

Dimensions

Dimension Description

image size

Height

9-1/8 in

Width

7-1/4 in

Dimension Description

frame size

Height

17-1/4 in

Width

14-1/4 in

Exhibition

Permanent Collection - Center Art Gallery: August 25 - November 2, 2025