Olaf Christoffersen
Photograph by Olaf Christoffersen from 1929 of a clock set to midnight, a candle’s glow, and a small figure casting a shadow, symbolizing the arrival of a new year.
Reverse side of Olaf Christoffersen’s photograph, featuring handwritten notes, exhibition labels, or other markings.
Details from the photographic collection of Olaf Christoffersen, showcasing the artistry, history, and technical precision of his work.
Details from the photographic collection of Olaf Christoffersen, showcasing the artistry, history, and technical precision of his work.
Example showing Olaf Christoffersen’s artwork displayed in a modern Scandinavian-inspired space.
Example showing Olaf Christoffersen’s artwork displayed in a modern Scandinavian-inspired space.

Good Year!

“Good Year!” captures a pivotal moment of transition and anticipation, where Olaf Christoffersen blends playfulness with depth in a composition celebrating the arrival of a new year.

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The clock, set to midnight, marks the start of a new year, while the small figure—perhaps a symbol of the year ahead—casts a distorted shadow behind the glow of a single candle. This interplay of light, shadow, and symbols reflects the fleeting nature of time and the renewed possibilities a new year brings. Exhibited at the “Frederiksstad Foto-Klub’s 3rd National Exhibition for Pictorial Photography” in 1929, the image highlights its artistic and historical significance.

Technical Details: Christoffersen’s skillful use of light and shadow lends the image a dreamlike quality, while the pictorialist style imbues it with a timeless elegance. His technical expertise transforms a simple composition into a profound reflection on time and hope.

Format: TIFF

Size: 211.4 mb

Resolution: 7212 x 4881

DPI: 300

Color Model: RGB

Color Sync: Adobe RGB (1998)

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