Sold
£13,970
Est
£3,000
-
£5,000
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Timed Auction
HELMUT NEWTON: ONLINE AUCTION
ARTIST
Helmut Newton
Size
48.2 x 48.2 cm (18 7/8 x 18 7/8 in.)
Description
The works in this collection, spanning from 1966 to 2000, showcase the range of Newton's artistic vision, encapsulating the essence of his provocative and playful visual style. Whether capturing fashion, portraits, nudes, or landscapes, Newton masterfully created an implied narrative through his keen sense of context. This selection highlights his unique blend of portraiture, social commentary, and eroticism, all infused with a bold, challenging tone that has cemented his legacy as one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century.
Medium
Gelatin silver print.
Signature
Signed, titled, dated and inscribed in pencil on the verso.
Provenance
Directly from the artist
Galerie Rudolf Kicken, Cologne
G.I.P. (Goro International Press), Tokyo
Gert Elfering, Berlin
Literature
Garner, Helmut Newton: Sex and Landscapes, p. 39