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Mark Shaw
Coco Chanel Writes at Desk in Window, Head Up, 1957

2018

$1,500
£1,115.08
€1,305.40
CA$2,097.71
A$2,342.32
CHF 1,221.82
MX$28,802.25
NOK 15,420.83
SEK 14,518.17
DKK 9,738.26
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Coco Chanel Writes at Desk in Window, Head Up, 1957 -- Coco Chanel writes at her desk, head up. Mark Shaw's informal, grainy, black and white images of Coco Chanel were created using an unobtrusive 35mm camera and film processing methods that enabled him to eliminate all other photographic equipment. Although Shaw's techniques increased the grain and contrast of the photographs, the lack of intimidating, distracting flash and lights allowed him to capture an unusually relaxed Chanel. Image size is 13.75" x 20" (for 17" x 22" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. A black and white photograph of Coco Chanel at her desk. She is wearing a suit and hat. She is writing at her desk. Her desk is in a nook by a window. She is looking up from her desk and rests her head on her hand. There are curtains pulled to the sides framing her desk.
  • Creator:
    Mark Shaw (1922 - 1969, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2018
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    13.75" x 20" (for 17" x 22" paper size). Edition of 30.Price: $1,500
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  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2242, coco_writes_head_up1stDibs: LU3524006431

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