Andreas Gursky - Brasilia, Bank Sector North (1994)

Brasilia, Bank Sector North

Artist: Andreas Gursky (b. 1955)
Year: 1994
Medium: Chromogenic print, presented in the artist’s frame
Image Dimensions: 143 × 184.5 cm (56 ¼ × 72 ⅝ in.)
Overall Dimensions: 186 × 225.5 cm (73 ¼ × 88 ¾ in.)
Signature: Signed on the verso: A. Gursky
Edition:  6
Provenance: Matthew Marks Gallery, New York. Acquired from the gallery by the current owner in 2005
Literature:
Andreas Gursky – Fotografien 1994–1998, exhibition catalog, Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg, 1998, p. 36 (another example exhibited, p. VI and illustrated in color, p. 37)
Type of Work: Fine art photograph, limited edition

Description:
Created in 1994, Brasilia, Bank Sector North is a work by Andreas Gursky, a major figure in contemporary German photography. Through this large-format chromogenic print, the artist captures the monumental architecture of the Brazilian capital, a symbol of modernity and urban rationalism.

Gursky is known for images that transform urban, industrial, and financial landscapes into almost abstract compositions, where monumental scale reveals the hidden structures of globalization. This photograph perfectly illustrates his aesthetic, combining documentary precision with visual power.

Exhibited in key shows, including at the Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg, and issued in a very limited edition of only 6 copies, Brasilia, Bank Sector North is a rare and iconic piece in the artist’s career.

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FAQ

Is this an original Andreas Gursky edition?
Yes. Brasilia, Bank Sector North (1994) is an original large-format chromogenic print by Andreas Gursky, presented in the artist’s own frame.

Is the work signed?
Yes. The photograph is signed on the verso: “A. Gursky.”

What is the edition size?
The work comes from an extremely rare edition of only 6 prints, making it one of the artist’s most limited editions.

What are the dimensions?
The image measures 143 × 184.5 cm, with overall framed dimensions of 186 × 225.5 cm.

What is the provenance?
The piece comes from Matthew Marks Gallery, New York, one of the leading galleries representing Gursky. It was acquired from the gallery by the current owner in 2005.

Has this work been exhibited or published?
Yes. Another example from the edition was exhibited in Andreas Gursky – Fotografien 1994–1998, Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg (1998), and illustrated in the catalog.

Is this work representative of Gursky’s style?
Absolutely. It exemplifies his iconic approach to large-scale photography, architectural precision, and the transformation of global urban spaces into monumental visual compositions.

Is this piece considered highly collectible?
Yes. Due to the extreme rarity (edition of 6), prestigious provenance, and exhibition history, this work is especially sought after by major collectors and institutions.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes. We provide secure worldwide delivery from France, with professional packing, full insurance, and tracking.