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George Platt Lynes — Barbara Harrison Wescott
George Platt Lynes — Barbara Harrison Wescott
George Platt Lynes — Barbara Harrison Wescott
George Platt Lynes — Barbara Harrison Wescott
George Platt Lynes — Barbara Harrison Wescott
George Platt Lynes

Barbara Harrison Wescott

1947

This gelatin silver print presents a portrait study of a woman in profile, rendered with the refined sensibility characteristic of mid twentieth century American portraiture. The photograph demonstrates masterful control of light and shadow, with the subject's contemplative expression and elegant bearing captured in precise detail. The composition emphasizes classical restraint, positioning the sitter against a softly diffused background that directs focus to her distinctive facial features and composed demeanor. The work exemplifies the photographer's approach to portrait documentation, merging documentary photography's truthfulness with the aesthetic refinement of fine art drawing and painting traditions.

Medium
gelatin silver print
Overall

Notes

A Ménage with George Platt Lynes, Rago Auctions, 2026-05-01. Lot 121. Signed and dated to lower right of drawing 'October 1st, 1947 Robert Drew'.

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A Ménage with George Platt Lynes

May 1, 2026

Estimate: $800$1,200

Sold: $448

Lot 121

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George Platt Lynes, Barbara Harrison Wescott, 1947

This gelatin silver print presents a portrait study of a woman in profile, rendered with the refined sensibility characteristic of mid twentieth century American portraiture. The photograph demonstrates masterful control of light and shadow, with the subject's contemplative expression and elegant bearing captured in precise detail. The composition emphasizes classical restraint, positioning the sitter against a softly diffused background that directs focus to her distinctive facial features and composed demeanor. The work exemplifies the photographer's approach to portrait documentation, merging documentary photography's truthfulness with the aesthetic refinement of fine art drawing and painting traditions.

Medium
gelatin silver print
Dimensions
overall: 16.8 x 11.4 cm
Year
1947
Seen at
Rago Auctions, Lambertville, United States

Related themes

Photographic Portrait, Mid Century Modern, Fashion And Society, Contemplative Expression, Photographic Print, American Photography, Studio Photography, Archival Photography, Fine Art Photography, Documentary Photography, Female Subject, Portraiture, Gelatin Silver Print, Vintage Photography, Black And White, Figurative Art, Profile View, Twentieth Century Art, Classical Composition, Portrait Photography

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