"Two Pair of Legs In Stockings at Attention, Paris 1979" 20x24 Vintage Gelatin Silver Print by Helmut Newton
A bold and strikingly minimalist composition, "Two Pair of Legs in Stockings at Attention, Paris 1979" is one of Helmut Newton’s most instantly recognizable works, showcasing his mastery of form, symmetry, and erotic tension.
This image embodies Newton’s ability to take seemingly simple elements and transform them into powerful visual statements. The precise alignment of the legs, clad in elegant stockings and heels, evokes a sense of uniformity, discipline, and intrigue. The stark contrasts between light and shadow further enhance the print’s geometric precision and sculptural beauty.
This original vintage silver gelatin print is presented in exceptional condition, never having been framed or displayed. The square composition measuring approximately 19.5" x 19.5" inches on a 20" x 24" sheet highlights the exquisite quality and tonal richness of Newton’s silver gelatin prints, making it a highly collectible fine art piece.
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Original vintage print from Newton’s celebrated Parisian editorial series
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Shot in Paris, 1979, exemplifying Newton’s signature visual aesthetic
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A powerful representation of symmetry, fashion, and Newton’s iconic erotic tension
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Museum-quality, collectible fine art
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Image measures 19.5" x 19.5" on a 20" x 24" silver gelatin sheet
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Exhibits the classic silver gelatin finish, known for its depth and rich tonal contrast
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Excellent condition – never framed or displayed
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Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
Ships worldwide with insured priority delivery. Secure this Helmut Newton original print today and own one of the most distinctive and sought-after works in fine art photography.
Helmut Newton 20x24 Vintage Silver Gelatin Print
Specifications:
Vintage silver gelatin print measuring 20 x 24 inches (51 x 61 cm).
Print is in excellent condition and has never been framed or displayed.
This is a rare original vintage print produced in the 1980s in Paris
at the Colour Lab facility where Newton produced his prints for the majority of his career.
Shipping & Handling:
All Helmut Newton vintage prints ship insured worldwide via priority
delivery, free of charge. Prints are never folded and are shipped
flat with accompanying documents and Certificate of Authenticity.
Returns & Exchanges:
Prints in original condition may be returned within 45 days of purchase
for a refund, exchange, or gallery credit.
Provenance:
This collection of vintage prints was gifted to Newton’s agent, Norman
Solomon, in recognition of the work he had performed producing the Private
Property Collection and promoting a series of exhibitions in London,
Paris, New York, and Los Angeles in 1985. Read more.
The collection was legally transferred to Solomon in 1986 via written
agreement and further ratified in a legal settlement in 2012 with the Helmut
Newton Estate and Foundation in the Superior Court of Los Angeles,
California. It is recorded in the United States Copyright Office.
The signed agreement was certified & notarized recognizing Norman
Solomon as the legal owner, making these prints authentically supported by
legal agreement.
About the Artist:
Helmut Newton (1920-2004) was one of the world's most celebrated photographers
whose uniquely edgy imagery is coveted worldwide by collectors and aficionados
of photographic art. Mr. Newton’s "Private Property" exhibition
series was produced by agreement in Paris, London, and New York City in 1985.