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George Platt Lynes
This gelatin silver print presents a young man in three quarter view, rendered in the sophisticated portraiture style characteristic of early twentieth century modernist photography. The subject wears a denim work shirt with visible stitching, positioned against a dramatically lit neutral background that creates strong tonal contrasts. The photographer employs careful lighting to model the face and fabric, while the figure's downward gaze and composed posture suggest a contemplative moment. The tonal range and technical mastery reflect the refined aesthetic sensibility of the artist's practice, bridging commercial portraiture with fine art photography during the interwar period.
- Medium
- gelatin silver print
- Overall
- Provenance
- The Ashby/Connolly Collection.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Rago Auctions
Notes
A Ménage with George Platt Lynes, Rago Auctions, 2026-05-01. Lot 184. Inscribed to verso 'George Platt Lynes by G.
🔨 Auction Lot
A Ménage with George Platt Lynes
May 1, 2026
Estimate: $800 – $1,200
Sold: $896
Lot 184
For Sale
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