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Jacques Henri Lartigue — circa 1910
Jacques Henri Lartigue

circa 1910

A pioneering example of early twentieth-century photography, this gelatin silver print captures the spontaneous energy and fleeting moments that defined Jacques Henri Lartigue's distinctive vision. Printed in the 1960s from negatives made around 1910, the work reflects Lartigue's remarkable ability to freeze movement and joy with an instinctive, playful eye. The image stands as a testament to his lifelong passion for documenting the exuberant spirit of modern life during a transformative era.

Medium
Gelatin silver print, printed 1960s.

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April 3, 2013

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Jacques Henri Lartigue, circa 1910

A pioneering example of early twentieth-century photography, this gelatin silver print captures the spontaneous energy and fleeting moments that defined Jacques Henri Lartigue's distinctive vision. Printed in the 1960s from negatives made around 1910, the work reflects Lartigue's remarkable ability to freeze movement and joy with an instinctive, playful eye. The image stands as a testament to his lifelong passion for documenting the exuberant spirit of modern life during a transformative era.

Medium
Gelatin silver print, printed 1960s.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Monochrome, French, Serene, Documentary, Photograph, Early 20th Century, Gelatin Silver Print, Modern, Snapshot, Leisure

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