a black and white photo of a drawing of two intersecting lines
Jeschke Jádi Auctions Berlin

487 - Modern Photography Heidersberger, Heinrich Rhythmogram.
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Estimate €200 - €300
Description
Modern Photography Heidersberger, Heinrich Rhythmogram. 1950s. Gelatine silver print on Velin card. 39.8 x 39.8 cm. Stamped by the photographer on the reverse. – Slight scratches and edges slightly rubbed; holes in the upper corners from previous mounting. Overall in very good condition. Clean print. This work is characteristic of Heidersberger’s oeuvre; he developed the ‘Rhythmograph’ apparatus specifically for the production of his Rhythmograms. Via a mechanically coupled mirror and a point-source light, four harmonically damped pendulums create complex light trails on light-sensitive material. The interplay of frequency, amplitude and phase shift results in three-dimensional light drawings of formal elegance. The works uniquely combine artistic creativity with scientific precision. Gelatin silver print mounted on wove board. Verso bearing the photographer’s stamp. – Minor surface scratches and slight rubbing to the edges; the upper edges show holes from previous mounting. Overall in very good condition. A clean print. - This work is characteristic of Heinrich Heidersberger’s oeuvre, for which he developed the Rhythmograph, a unique apparatus used to create his celebrated Rhythmograms. Through a mechanically coupled mirror and a point light source, four harmonically damped pendulums generate complex traces of light on photosensitive material. The interplay of frequency, amplitude and phase shift produces elegant light drawings with a striking sense of spatial depth. These works represent a unique synthesis of artistic creativity and scientific precision, exemplifying Heidersberger’s fascination with both aesthetics and technology.
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About the sale Modern and Contemporary Art
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Auction time 07/11/2026 at 11:00 AM
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