
Wenda, Rotten Row, Hyde Park
A striking gelatin silver print by the celebrated British fashion photographer Norman Parkinson, this image captures the elegantly dressed Wenda — his muse and wife — posed along the storied Rotten Row bridle path in London's Hyde Park. Parkinson's masterful eye transforms the iconic setting into a theatrical backdrop, blending the grandeur of the park's tree-lined promenade with his signature blend of sophistication and spontaneity. The later print preserves the luminous tonal depth characteristic of Parkinson's black-and-white work, showcasing his ability to elevate fashion photography into fine art.
- Medium
- Gelatin silver print, printed later.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
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Photographs
April 3, 2013
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