Photographs

Phil Stern, Marlon Brando, 1954. Phil Stern, Marlon Brando (detail), 1954. Gelatin silver print, 20 x 16 inches, 50.8 x 40.64 cm. Signed on verso. Estimate: from $2,300 to $2,800 Phil Stern, James Dean, 1955. Phil Stern, James Dean (detail), 1955. Gelatin silver print, 20 x 16 inches, 50.8 x 40.64 cm. Signed on verso. Estimate: from $2,300 to $2,800 Notes: Phil Stern began covering the Hollywood beat after World War II. His sharp eye and sharp mind caught the essence of the personalities in... [Lire la suite]

Cindy Sherman, Mrs. Santa Claus, 1990. Chromogenic print, 14 x 11 in. (35.6 x 27.9 cm). Signed. Estimate: from $2,000 to $3,000 “I am trying to make other people recognize something of themselves rather than me.” Cindy Sherman Through her unique exploration of the countless constructions of the female identity in our culture, Cindy Sherman has become one of the most prolific and influential photographers of her generation. After receiving a degree in photography in 1976, Sherman moved to New York City and gained... [Lire la suite]

Studio couch, 1956 (light and shadow). Silver Gelatin Print, 11 x 14" © Fernand Fonssagrives. Courtesy: Michael Hoppen Gallery LONDON.- The Michael Hoppen gallery announced an exhibition of work by one of America’s foremost fashion photographers Fernand Fonssagrives. Once the highest paid photographers in the world, he was ambivalent about the acclaim he received in his chosen field, preferring to remain anonymous. Little was written about him, even at the peak of his success. He was linked to the early ‘Design Laboratory’... [Lire la suite]

Bruce Weber (B. 1946), On Top of the Porsche, Lisamarie and John, Santa Barbara, 1989. Image 2009 Christie's Ltd gelatin silver print, signed, titled and dated '1/10' in pencil (on the verso) 13¼ x 16½in. (33.7 x 41.7cm.) Price Realized $8,125 Provenance: Robert Miller Gallery, New York Bruce Weber (B. 1946), Jeff, NY, 1981. Image 2009 Christie's Ltd gelatin silver print, signed, titled, dated and numbered '2/15' in pencil (on the verso) 11 x 16½in. (27.9 x 41.9cm.) Price Realized $4,375 Bruce Weber (B.... [Lire la suite]

Alexis Nicolaïévitch, grand-duc de Russie (1904-1918). Beau portrait photographique de Daziaro à Saint-Pétersbourg, le représentant enfant en tenue de marin. Tirage sur papier salé, cachet du photographe au dos, et inscription manuscrite à la mine de plomb : « Grand-duc Alexis de Russie, photo offerte par sa mère la tsarine Alexandra ». H. : 15 cm - L. : 8 cm. Estimation : 600 / 800 € Coutau-Begarie - Paris. Art Russe. Peintures & Arts Graphiques. Vente du Lundi 7 décembre 2009. Drouot Richelieu - Salle 15. Pour tout... [Lire la suite]

Portrait photographique le représentant jeune homme, avec signature autographe au bas du document : « A Jean-Louis, affectueusement, Félix, 1959 ». Tirage papier argentique moderne, bon état. H. : 17 cm - L. : 12 cm. Estimation : 180 / 250 €Coutau-Begarie - Paris. Art Russe. Peintures & Arts Graphiques. Vente du Lundi 7 décembre 2009. Drouot Richelieu - Salle 15. Pour tout renseignement, veuillez contacter la maison de ventes au 01 45 56 12 20 Félix, prince Youssoupoff

The show is comprised of Wilkes's haunting Ilfochrome prints of the “dark side” of Ellis Island. NEW YORK, NY.- Steuben Glass is hosting an exhibition in the gallery at Steuben’s Flagship Store on Madison Avenue of the photographs of celebrated American Photographer Stephen Wilkes. “Ellis Island” is a show comprised of Wilkes’ haunting Ilfochrome prints. The work began as an assignment to photograph the “dark side” of Ellis Island that no one sees, and eventually turned into an obsession, several exhibitions, and a book. For... [Lire la suite]

Cecil  Beaton, Elizabeth Taylor, 1950 Silver print. Printed on double weigh textured paper. Stamped on verso "Cecil Beaton Photograph" and "001017". Inscribed in pencil "Elizabeth Taylor" and "B650794". Estimate: from $2,500 to $3,000Cecil Beaton is well known for his contribution to fashion photography, portraiture, and theatrical design. Beaton attended but did not graduate from St. John’s College, Cambridge, and utilized his university contacts in arranging a portrait sitting... [Lire la suite]

Carl van  Vechten, Marlon Brando, 1948 Gelatin Silver Print, 6.75” x 5”. Title, date, and archive number inscribed on verso in pencil. Photographer’s credit stamp on verso and blind-stamped. Estimate: from $3,500 to $4,000Carl Van Vechten has photographed many of the most prominent artists, musicians and writers of the twentieth century, including Frida Kahlo, Marc Chagall, Georgia O'Keefe, Billie Holiday, Truman Capote and Marlon Brando. Artnet Auctions. Wednesday, December 09, 2009. www.artnet.com/AUCTIONS

"Bertrand Russell", 1949 ©Jane Bove LONDON.- A new display of fifteen photographs will celebrate the 60th anniversary of Jane Bown's relationship with 'The Observer' and the publication of her new book, Exposures. Illustrating the longevity and scope of Bown's career, the photographic portraits on display will range from her portrait of "Bertrand Russell", her first to be published in 'The Observer' in January 1949, to her iconic study of Samuel Beckett (1976) and her recent commission of "Her Majesty... [Lire la suite]