Chet's Wry Smile
"Twelve years earlier, just across the Bay from here, Chet Baker had sustained a severe beating connected to his drug addiction, and lost most of his teeth. Despite many who said his career was finished, the trumpeter had successfully addressed his painful embouchure problems and would enjoy his most-prolific era as a recording artist. After his opening night at Keystone Korner in North Beach, Chet joined me the next day for a casual, hour-long photo session at Ghirardelli Square. Dapper and relaxed that day, I could tell that he was ready to get back in the mix and make a complete resurgence of his playing career."
—Veryl Oakland
Photo Code: L2212NG-435
Artist: Chet Baker
Location: San Francisco, California
Date: 1978
Medium: Film Photography
Print Details
This is a DSI Digital Silver Print® — the pinnacle of black and white photo printing, fusing cutting-edge digital technology with traditional silver gelatin printing. Made from a high-resolution digital scan of Veryl Oakland's original negative, printed by Digital Silver Imaging (Belmont, MA) on true silver gelatin Baryta Coated Fibre Base paper, 310gsm — the gold standard in black and white fine art prints. Museum-quality results.
Framing
Framed prints are presented in a classic, museum-quality presentation including:
- Nielsen matte black metal frame
- 4-ply window mat with acid-free foam core backing
- UV acrylic glazing
- hanging hardware included
- professionally assembled
Shipping
Shipping and delivery are priced separately. Framed prints are packaged in sturdy, padded, insured boxes and delivered within 5–6 weeks of purchase. Custom sizes or larger prints available by inquiry.
Provenance
Every print is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity signed by Veryl Oakland, certifying it as an original and authentic edition produced by the artist and printed by Digital Silver Imaging, Belmont, MA.
