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Robert Longo — Men in the Cities
Robert Longo

Men in the Cities

Robert Longo's iconic *Men in the Cities* series captures dramatically contorted figures frozen in dynamic, almost violent poses against stark white backgrounds, blurring the line between ecstasy and anguish. This limited edition C-print, numbered 46/100 and signed by the artist in black marker pen, is presented in exceptional condition within an elegant fabric-covered folder and case, accompanied by the Schirmer/Mosel publication. The meticulous presentation of this collectible edition, with numbering both in pencil on the interior label and on the book's front cover, underscores the significance of this landmark work in Longo's celebrated career.

Medium
signed and numbered 46/100 in black maker pen, also numbered in pencil on label inside photograph folder, and on inside front cover of book, published by Schirmer/Mosel, Munich, the C-print in excellent condition, contained in fabric covered folder, within fabric covered case for print and book.

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Evening & Day Editions

December 12, 2013

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Robert Longo, Men in the Cities

Robert Longo's iconic *Men in the Cities* series captures dramatically contorted figures frozen in dynamic, almost violent poses against stark white backgrounds, blurring the line between ecstasy and anguish. This limited edition C-print, numbered 46/100 and signed by the artist in black marker pen, is presented in exceptional condition within an elegant fabric-covered folder and case, accompanied by the Schirmer/Mosel publication. The meticulous presentation of this collectible edition, with numbering both in pencil on the interior label and on the book's front cover, underscores the significance of this landmark work in Longo's celebrated career.

Medium
signed and numbered 46/100 in black maker pen, also numbered in pencil on label inside photograph folder, and on inside front cover of book, published by Schirmer/Mosel, Munich, the C-print in excellent condition, contained in fabric covered folder, within fabric covered case for print and book.
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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Corporate Culture Critique, Photography, Limited Edition Print, Dynamic Movement, Male Artist, Contemporary Artist, American Artist, Figurative Art, Late 20th Century, Neo-Expressionism, Black and White, Urban Subjects

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Collected by

Alex Capecelatro, Hamilton Selway Gallery