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Douglas Kirkland
Brigitte Bardot playing cards, Fine Art Photography, 1965

1965

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Portrait of the famous Brigitte Bardot sitting on the Floor playing Cards, photographed by the legendary Douglas Kirkland. 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 captivating black-and-white photograph of Brigitte Bardot, taken by Douglas Kirkland in 1965, perfectly encapsulates her effortless allure and rebellious spirit. Bardot is seated on the floor, dressed in a delicate white eyelet dress with a relaxed, unguarded posture. Her tousled blonde hair, a signature of her iconic 1960s style, falls messily around her face, emphasizing her untamed beauty. A cigarette dangles from her lips, adding to the effortlessly cool and nonchalant attitude she exudes. She is deeply engaged in a game of solitaire, her fingers carefully placing a card among the spread on the carpet. The scene feels intimate and candid, as if capturing a private moment rather than a posed composition. Scattered around her are small objects—a pack of cigarettes, an ashtray—elements that further enhance the casual, bohemian atmosphere. Kirkland’s use of black-and-white photography intensifies the raw, unfiltered emotion of the image. The contrast between Bardot’s soft femininity and the rebellious edge of her expression creates a striking balance, making this one of the most memorable portraits of her. The interplay of light and shadow highlights the textures of her dress, her hair, and the playing cards, adding depth and dimension to the frame. This portrait is more than just a photograph—it’s a snapshot of an era, capturing Bardot’s free-spirited sensuality and her place as a symbol of 1960s counterculture and effortless glamour. Kirkland, known for his ability to capture the essence of his subjects, perfectly conveys Bardot’s magnetic charm in this composition. The interplay of light and shadow, the luxurious textures, and Bardot’s natural presence all combine to create an image that feels intimate, glamorous, and timeless. Ever since the young Kirkland eternalized Marilyn Monroe, white sheets, and nothing else, the star photographer has been catapulted into stardom. Dubbed ‘Hollywood’s favorite photographer,’ the late Kirkland has shot over 100 movie sets, from ‘Titanic’ to ‘The Sound of Music.’ While his photographs of icons, from Brigitte Bardot to Andy Warhol and Angelina Jolie, are of the same soft and intimate energy as his early Marilyn shoot, these testaments to the world of motion pictures border on the magical. Tender or larger than life – Kirkland had mastered every tonality.
  • Creator:
    Douglas Kirkland (1934 - 2022, Canadian, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1965
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 102 in (259.08 cm)Width: 102 in (259.08 cm)
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  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Vienna, AT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU19315820572

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