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Simone + Marines, Pont Alexander II, Paris (Vogue), 1960 - Gelatin silver print

Simone + Marines by William Klein, photographed in 1960, captures an iconic and theatrical moment on the streets of Paris at Pont Alexandre III. This gelatin silver print showcases a model, dressed elegantly in a sheer gown and long gloves, posing with her arms raised dramatically, embodying a blend of grace and boldness. A Marine stands beside her, caught mid-action, adding an unexpected, almost cinematic tension to the scene. Known for his boundary-pushing fashion photography, Klein integrates elements of spontaneity and street culture, challenging conventional poses and settings. Part of a limited edition of 30, this photograph was originally shot for Vogue, highlighting Klein’s avant-garde approach to fashion photography and his unique ability to blend high fashion with urban realism.

William Klein (USA, 1926–2022) was a revolutionary photographer and filmmaker known for his bold, unconventional street and fashion photography. His innovative use of wide-angle lenses, natural light, and dynamic compositions captured urban life’s raw energy. A key figure in modern visual culture, Klein’s work continues to inspire generations.

William Klein

Simone + Marines, 1960

Name: Simone + Marines, 1960
SKU: 6882

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PhotographyPhotography is the process of creating an image on light sensitive materials. The image is produced by using a camera, which has a lens that focuses on light either reflected or emitted from an object. These visible wavelengths are used to reproduce the image seen.

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PhotographA photograph is an image captured with a camera. Traditionally, photographs were made by exposing film and then developing the image on light-sensitive paper using chemicals. Today, photographs can also be captured digitally and printed or displayed electronically. The process requires a camera, whether film or digital, and a photographer.

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I discovered that I could do whatever I wanted with a negative in a darkroom and an enlarger.
- William Klein

William Klein (b. 1926 USA, d. 2022 France) was a pioneering American photographer and filmmaker renowned for his innovative approach to street photography and his groundbreaking work in fashion photography. Klein’s distinctive style is characterized by its raw, confrontational energy, often featuring blurred motion, high-contrast imagery, and a sense of spontaneity that challenged traditional notions of composition and focus. His book New York (1956) is a seminal work in street photography, capturing the chaotic and vibrant life of the city with a bold, unfiltered lens. Klein’s fashion photography, particularly for Vogue, was equally revolutionary, blending the worlds of high fashion and street life in a way that broke the conventions of the genre. In addition to his work in photography, Klein was an accomplished filmmaker, known for satirical and experimental films like Who Are You, Polly Maggoo? (1966) and Mr. Freedom (1969). His work has had a lasting impact on both photography and film, cementing his place as one of the most influential visual artists of the 20th century.

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Simone + Marines, 1960

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