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Roxanne LowitYves Saint Laurent, holding the Empire State Building, Fine Art Photography 19831983
1983
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Yves Saint Laurent holding a model of the Empire State Building photographed by the iconic Roxanne Lowit.
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This charming black and white photograph by Roxanne Lowit shows a playful moment with Yves Saint Laurent and a model of the Empire State Building. In the image, he wears thick-framed glasses and is seen pretending to kiss or embrace a large architectural model of New York's Empire State Building. He is dressed formally in a business suit with a striped tie, topped with a light-colored overcoat and scarf.
The photograph appears to be taken in front of a windowed storefront or building entrance, with glass panels visible in the background. The architectural model itself is quite detailed, showing the building's iconic Art Deco stepped design and vertical lines.
The composition creates a whimsical juxtaposition between the serious, formal attire and the playful interaction with the model building. The black and white photography emphasizes the contrasts and architectural details while giving the image a timeless quality.
The image captures a moment of spontaneous humor, demonstrating Lowit's talent for catching intimate or unexpected moments, even with public figures.
Roxanne Lowit’s portfolio is a tribute to the world of glamour and the creative elite.
After over three decades of celebrity and backstage photography Roxanne Lowit has become a star in her own right. Her work has left its mark, and her distinctive style has influenced the visual culture of an epoch. Her photographs are documents and historical records at the same time.
Most of them black-and-white, they reveal quite clearly that Lowit is more interested in the inner world behind the glamorous façade. Her pictures smoothly combine glamour and the underlying spirit, countenance and atmosphere, surface detail with depth.
PREISS FINE ARTS is one of the most successful galleries on the international art market and is responsible for the increasing importance of fine art photography. Representing only the most prestigious artists, our portfolio provides a substantial overview of the contemporary fine art scene for ten years and counting.
PREISS FINE ARTS takes care of its exclusive collectors from all over the world in a highly professional and individual way, meeting the demands of people interested in art. Each artwork is handcrafted and signed by the artist in a strictly limited edition. We deliver worldwide and work with the best service providers regarding framing and delivery.
- Creator:Roxanne Lowit (1942 - 2022, American)
- Creation Year:1983
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Vienna, AT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU19315787992
Roxanne Lowit
Photographer Roxanne Lowit was at the forefront of recording modern culture for more than four decades. With her camera, she captured the grit within the glamor, bringing out the truest essence of each subject.
Lowit had no formal training in photography. She graduated from New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology with a degree in art history and textile design. She had a successful career as a designer, but also had a penchant for painting. Many people offered to sit for her paintings, but her busy schedule did not allow for lengthy sessions. Instead, she would take photographs to use as references when she had time to work on her art.
She enjoyed the instant gratification of producing an image through the lens. She began her photography practice in earnest at New York fashion shows, taking pictures of her own designs. Soon, models such as Jerry Hall were inviting her backstage to the shows. Her behind-the-scenes shots catapulted her into icon status in the fashion industry.
She later expanded her focus beyond fashion. Throughout her illustrious career, Lowit photographed world-famous cultural figures, like American Pop artist Andy Warhol, Spanish Surrealist painter Salvador Dalí and American singer Madonna.
Many prestigious venues have displayed Lowit’s work, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Andy Warhol Museum. Her work is part of the permanent collection of Japan’s Kobe Fashion Museum.
The American, French, German and Italian editions of Vogue all included Lowit’s photographs on their pages, as did many other notable publications, including GQ and Vanity Fair. Lowit produced advertising work for many major companies, including Armani, De Beers and Land Rover. Lowit published four books of her photography, including Roxanne Lowit Photographs Yves Saint Laurent in 2014. She died in 2022.
On 1stDibs, find Roxanne Lowit’s portrait, color and black and white photography.
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