Michel Comte Portrait Photography
Swiss, b. 1954
From humanitarian assignments in war-torn countries to photoshoots with some of the world’s most prominent people and brands, Michel Comte is a celebrated contemporary magazine and fashion photographer who has worked all over the globe.
Collaborating with the likes of Vogue Italia, l'Uomo Vogue, Vanity Fair and Interview didn’t happen instantly for Comte. Born and raised in Zurich, Switzerland, the photographer began his career in art restoration, working on pieces by Andy Warhol and Yves Klein until 1979, when he secured his first assignment from fashion industry legend Karl Lagerfeld for French luxury house Chloé. Later, Lagerfeld arranged for Comte to work with Chanel, and from there, the photographer built relationships with numerous brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Gianfranco Ferre, Ferrari, Hennessy, Hermès, Lancôme, Jaguar and more.
Comte worked on photoshoots with many celebrities and public figures such as Mike Tyson, Miles Davis, Sofia Coppola, Elijah Wood, Tina Turner and others.
While keeping busy with shoots, Comte also found time to set up his own humanitarian organization and established successful fundraising efforts with the International Red Cross that focused on supplying clean water to countries in need.
As a passionate mountain climber, Comte became intimately aware of global warming and has worked for decades to increase public awareness relating to climate change. Comte scaled mountains by air and foot to photograph the changes in ice caps — often returning to the same locations all over the world in order to document the disappearing ice.
Comte has exhibited internationally at institutions such as the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, the Kunst Haus Wien in Austria, the Verona Centro Internazionale di Fotografia and Munich Pinakothek der Moderne.
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Artist: Michel Comte
MICHEL COMTE - Super Models for Versace, Vogue Italia, 1994
By Michel Comte
Located in PARIS, FR
Limited edition of 7.
Sold Edition number will be communicated at the point of sale.
White wood frame and plexi
Supermodels" portrait of the famous 90's model all dressed in glamour...
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1990s Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Gisele Buendchen - the naked supermodel in a black dress, wind blowing in Cannes
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
In 1999, star photographer Michel Comte created a series of images with supermodel Gisele Bündchen in Cannes, France for Vogue Italia. The highly praised artworks are now part of fas...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Helena Christensen - the supermodel in a black bikini, fine art photography 1993
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Charlotte Rampling, Vogue Brazil - portrait of the French movie star
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Charlotte Rampling, Vogue Brazil - portrait of the French movie star
The artwork is made and signed by the artist in a strictly limited edition of 7.
Other sizes on request.
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Sharon Stone, Esquire
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of the famous Hollywood star and seductive actress.
PREISS FINE ARTS is one of the world’s leading galleries for fine art photography representing the most famous contempor...
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20th Century Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
Penelope Cruz - portrait of the movie star
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful portrait of actress Penelope Cruz.
The artwork is made and signed by the artist in a strictly limited edition of 7. Other sizes on request.
Pr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Sharon Stone, Esquire - portrait of the superstar in front of a fence
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of the Hollywood movie star actress behind a fence.
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Supermodels - portrait of the famous 90's models dressed in Versace
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
In "Supermodels, Versace, 1994," Michel Comte captures a moment of unparalleled glamour from the world of haute couture. Set against the backdrop of Versace's iconic fashion house, t...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Mike Tyson with Dove - Portrait of the boxer legend
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...
Category
1990s Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Silver Gelatin
Gisele Buendchen, Cannes - the supermodel naked in jewelry with a cigarette
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Available in multiple sizes. All prints are limited edition. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and singed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Black and White, C Print
Miles Davis II. Per Lui - Portrait with Trumpet, fine art Photography, 1989
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certifi...
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20th Century Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Silver Gelatin
Supermodels
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
This artwork is made and signed by the artist in a strictly limited edition of 7. It is framed high-end with a white hardwood box, mat and 99% UV-resistant acrylic glass.
Other size...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Whitney Houston - portrait of the famous actress with her tongue out
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Whitney Houston - portrait of the famous actress with her tongue out.
Other sizes and high-end frame on request.
For decades Michel Comte has been shooting protagonists from the wor...
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20th Century Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Mike Tyson Training Camp - Portrait with towel, fine art photography, 1990
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Silver Gelatin
Demi Moore - model posing topless in leather pants, black-and-white photograph
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...
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20th Century Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Sophia Loren
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
For decades Michel Comte has been shooting protagonists from the world of art, film and entertainment. However, he does not only take photos – perhaps more than any other artist Comt...
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Michel Comte Portrait Photography
Helena Christensen - the supermodel standing in a black dress with back shown
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Other sizes and high end framing on request.
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Eva Herzigova
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
For decades Michel Comte has been shooting protagonists from the world of art, film and entertainment. However, he does not only take photos – perhaps more than any other artist Comt...
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1990s Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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C Print
Daryl Hannah
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
For decades Michel Comte has been shooting protagonists from the world of art, film and entertainment. However, he does not only take photos – perhaps more than any other artist Comt...
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1990s Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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C Print
Naomi Campbell - b&w portrait of the supermodel
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Naomi Campbell - b&w portrait of the supermodel
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
Helena Christensen II - nude portrait of the Danish supermodel
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Helena Christensen II - nude portrait of the Danish supermodel
The artwork is signed and made by the artist in a strictly limited edition of 20.
Last available print worldwide.
It is...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Carla Bruni, Vogue Italia - the supermodel in a blond wig and with make up
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Other sizes and high end framing on request.
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Yves Saint Laurent
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
For decades Michel Comte has been shooting protagonists from the world of art, film and entertainment. However, he does not only take photos – perhaps more than any other artist Com...
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1990s Michel Comte Portrait Photography
Sylvester Stallone
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of the Hollywood star and celebrity bare-chested with rose petals on his eyes.
For decades Michel Comte has been shooting protagonists from the world of art, film and en...
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1990s Michel Comte Portrait Photography
Sofia Coppola - the regisseur and actress lying in a bath tube with dress on
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Claudia Schiffer, Vogue Italia - the supermodel lying on the couch in orange
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Other sizes and high end framing on request.
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Jeremy Irons, Interview
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of Oscar winning actor with monocle and cigarette.
For decades Michel Comte has been shooting protagonists from the world of art, film and entertainment. However, he does ...
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1990s Michel Comte Portrait Photography
Ling, Arude Magazine - nude asian model sitting on floor with cigarette in hand
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Other sizes and prices on request.
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Mickey Rourke, the actor on hotel bed smoking a cigarette
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Other sizes and high end framing on request.
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1990s Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Mike Tyson - Portrait of the boxing legend on his knees
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...
Category
1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Naomi Campbell, Vogue Italia II - portrait of the supermodel
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Naomi Campbell, Vogue Italia II - portrait of the supermodel
The artwork is made and signed by the artist in a strictly limited edition of 7. Other sizes on request.
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Veruschka I, Per Lui - Model and activist posing in white shirt with a cigarette
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certificate of authenticity from the gallery.
This stunning black and white Photography shows Veruschka, who is often regarded as the first German supermodel. She presents herself sitting at a table in a white shirt and tights. Her left hand is buried in her long messy hair, while her right hand, bejewelled with heavy rings, is holding a burning cigarette. She is not looking at the viewer but rather seems to be talking to another person. The Cups and glasses...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Black and White
Portrait of supermodel Eva Herzigova on sofa, showing her nude back with tattoo
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...
Category
1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
Materials
C Print
Catherine Deneuve - portrait of the french actress, fine art photography, 1996
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certificate of authenticity from the gallery.
This piece is a stunning portrait of the famous French actress...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Daryl Hannah, Uomo Vogue
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of the actress smoking while lying on a elephant.
For decades Michel Comte has been shooting protagonists from the world of art, film and entertainment. However, he does n...
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1990s Michel Comte Portrait Photography
'Iman, Harpers Bazaar US' - the supermodel with thigh high cowprint boots, 1992
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request.
All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Carla Bruni, Safe Sex Campaign - the model posing nude
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Amazing 90s full body nude picture of supermodel and former 1st Lady of France Carla Bruni, who covers only her shame.
Other sizes on request and high-end...
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1990s Contemporary Michel Comte Portrait Photography
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Archival Pigment
Michel Comte portrait photography for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Michel Comte portrait photography available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of portrait photography to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of red and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Michel Comte in archival pigment print, pigment print, c print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Michel Comte portrait photography, so small editions measuring 23 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Bruno Bisang, Earlie Hudnall Jr., and Roxanne Lowit. Michel Comte portrait photography prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $8,500 and tops out at $10,000, while the average work can sell for $10,000.