A captivating and rare portrait of a young Karl Lagerfeld , "Karl Lagerfeld, Paris 1973" captures the legendary designer in an era of creative ambition and emerging influence . Taken at a time when Lagerfeld was producing groundbreaking collections for Chloé , this intimate and candid image is a testament to Newton’s ability to capture the essence of his subjects with depth and character .
The two visionaries—Newton and Lagerfeld—formed a lifelong friendship, bound by their mutual love of photography, fashion, and bold artistic expression . Lagerfeld was an avid collector of Newton’s work, famously stating in an interview with Aperture magazine, "I collect Helmut Newton, tons of them. Very beautiful and huge ones. The last thing I received from him was a beautiful photo of David Lynch and Isabella Rossellini."
This vintage silver gelatin print serves as both a historical artifact and an artistic masterpiece , encapsulating the early brilliance of Lagerfeld’s rise in the fashion industry and Newton’s extraordinary ability to immortalize legends through his lens .
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Original vintage print capturing an iconic fashion figure at the height of his rise
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Shot in Paris, 1973 , during Lagerfeld’s tenure at Chloé
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A candid and thought-provoking portrait of one of fashion’s greatest visionaries
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Museum-quality, collectible fine art
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Image measures 16" x 21" on a 20" x 24" silver gelatin sheet
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Exhibits the classic silver gelatin finish, known for its depth and tonal richness
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Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
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