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Horst P. Horst — Vogue (Lisa Fonssagrives) New York
Horst P. Horst

Vogue (Lisa Fonssagrives) New York

A striking gelatin silver print by the legendary fashion photographer Horst P. Horst, this image captures the iconic model Lisa Fonssagrives in a composition that exemplifies the elegant, sculptural aesthetic that defined mid-twentieth century Vogue photography. Horst's masterful use of light and shadow transforms the human form into something almost architectural, reflecting his background in design and his deep appreciation for classical beauty. The later print preserves the timeless sophistication of his original vision, cementing both artist and subject as defining figures in the history of fashion photography.

Medium
Gelatin silver print, printed later.

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April 1, 2014

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Horst P. Horst, Vogue (Lisa Fonssagrives) New York

A striking gelatin silver print by the legendary fashion photographer Horst P. Horst, this image captures the iconic model Lisa Fonssagrives in a composition that exemplifies the elegant, sculptural aesthetic that defined mid-twentieth century Vogue photography. Horst's masterful use of light and shadow transforms the human form into something almost architectural, reflecting his background in design and his deep appreciation for classical beauty. The later print preserves the timeless sophistication of his original vision, cementing both artist and subject as defining figures in the history of fashion photography.

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

Related themes

German-American Photographer, 20th Century, Fashion Photography, Studio Portrait, Studio Photography, Modernist Style, Female Subject, Gelatin Silver Print, Elegant Mood, Surrealist Influence, Portrait, Established Artist, Master Photographer, Black and White

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