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George Platt Lynes — Seven photographs of works by Jared French
George Platt Lynes — Seven photographs of works by Jared French
George Platt Lynes

Seven photographs of works by Jared French

This portfolio of seven photographs documents works by painter Jared French, captured by photographer George Platt Lynes in black and white and toned media. The images reveal French's figurative practice through both portrait studies and narrative compositions featuring male and female nudes in classical and contemporary settings. The photographs range from intimate head studies to complex multi figure arrangements, demonstrating French's engagement with humanist themes and anatomical precision. Shot with careful attention to light and shadow, these documentary photographs preserve French's paintings and drawings, offering insight into the Magic Realist movement's celebration of the body and psychological intensity. The collection reflects mid twentieth century artistic practice and the crucial role of photography in documenting and disseminating visual art.

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Seven photographs of works by Jared French
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A Ménage with George Platt Lynes, Rago Auctions, 2026-05-01. Lot 136.

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A Ménage with George Platt Lynes

May 1, 2026

Estimate: $1,200$1,800

Sold: $2,048

Lot 136

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George Platt Lynes, Seven photographs of works by Jared French

This portfolio of seven photographs documents works by painter Jared French, captured by photographer George Platt Lynes in black and white and toned media. The images reveal French's figurative practice through both portrait studies and narrative compositions featuring male and female nudes in classical and contemporary settings. The photographs range from intimate head studies to complex multi figure arrangements, demonstrating French's engagement with humanist themes and anatomical precision. Shot with careful attention to light and shadow, these documentary photographs preserve French's paintings and drawings, offering insight into the Magic Realist movement's celebration of the body and psychological intensity. The collection reflects mid twentieth century artistic practice and the crucial role of photography in documenting and disseminating visual art.

Medium
Seven photographs of works by Jared French
Dimensions
overall: 24.1 x 19.7 cm
Seen at
Rago Auctions, Lambertville, United States

Related themes

Figurative Painting, Contemporary Allegory, Mid Century Modern, Studio Practice, Art Documentation, Photographic Portfolio, Documentary Photography, Humanist Art, Male Nudes, Magic Realism, Toned Photographs, Artistic Process, Narrative Composition, Classical Composition, Figure Drawing, Female Nudes, Portrait Studies, Classical Mythology, Anatomical Study

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Jonathan Murray, Alex Capecelatro