Model in Fur with Bear
A rare pre-1985 original vintage print produced in limited numbers from a series of transparencies that Newton considered his most provocative and important work through 1985.
Description
In 'Model in fur with Bear', Newton is at his confrontational best, provocatively placing a bear next to a model resplendent in fur. Newton charges this animalistic image with hierarchies of gender, placing a bear as substitute for her male counterpart. This image was pictured on the front of one of his major books, World without Men, and is counted as one of Newton's most powerful images.
"The point of my photography has always been to challenge myself, to go a little further than my Germanic discipline and Teutonic nature would traditionally permit me to."
Helmut Newton
Artwork Highlights
Photoshoot Details
Location : Paris
Date : 1968
Magazine: Vogue (France)
Designer : Tigre Royale
Material
Printed on Silver Gelatin Vintage Print
Sizes
Small: 30 x 41 cm (12 x 16")
Medium: 41 x 51 cm (16 x 20")
Source
Verified Authentic from the collection of vintage prints gifted to Newton's agent Norman Solomon, in recognition of the work he had carried out in promoting Newton's "Private Property" series of exhibitions in 1985.
Certification
This limited edition fine art print comes with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by Norman Solomon. The ownership rights of this vintage print are supported by an original agreement with Newton in 1984, and supplemented by a further agreement with The Helmut Newton Estate in 2012.
Framing Options
Soho Black Frame (recommended)
Your Investment Opportunity
This piece is extremely rare and has limited availability. If you would like to take advantage and have some pieces from our collection, please contact us immediately. Once sold, there is no guarantee they will be available again any time in the near future.
