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Helmut Newton — Patrouille de France, Monte Carlo
Helmut Newton

Patrouille de France, Monte Carlo

This gelatin silver print captures the disciplined precision of the French military aerobatic team during a performance at Monte Carlo, showcasing Newton's characteristic ability to document human activity with formal clarity and psychological depth. The photograph exemplifies Newton's documentary approach while simultaneously revealing his fascination with power, order, and the human figure within structured environments. Through the medium of black and white gelatin silver print, Newton renders the scene with the technical mastery and compositional sophistication that defined his career as one of the twentieth century's most influential photographers.

Medium
Gelatin silver print.

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April 2, 2025

Lot 125

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Helmut Newton, Patrouille de France, Monte Carlo

This gelatin silver print captures the disciplined precision of the French military aerobatic team during a performance at Monte Carlo, showcasing Newton's characteristic ability to document human activity with formal clarity and psychological depth. The photograph exemplifies Newton's documentary approach while simultaneously revealing his fascination with power, order, and the human figure within structured environments. Through the medium of black and white gelatin silver print, Newton renders the scene with the technical mastery and compositional sophistication that defined his career as one of the twentieth century's most influential photographers.

Medium
Gelatin silver print.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

20th Century, Staged Narrative, Cinematic Aesthetic, Color Photography, German Photographer, Fashion Photography, Sensual and provocative, Glamour And Luxury, High Fashion Editorial, Female Figures

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