Elsa Peretti in Bunny Costume
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
Perhaps Newton's most iconic work that followed on from the work he did for Playboy, 'Elsa Peretti in Bunny Costume' is a lasting image of the 1970's. Newton shot this work in New York amongst the towering skyscrapers that characterise the American Dream, equally epitomised by the Playboy lifestyle in the 70's. In it, Newton features the iconic motifs of his work - casting the intimacy of the night into the reality of the day, the clothing of the private into the sphere of the public and perhaps most masterfully, the voyeuristic gaze. From every window within the skyscrapers, we sense powerful gazes looking down on Peretti.
"...what I try to do is a good bad picture. I work it out very carefully, and then I do something that looks as if it went wrong."
Helmut Newton
Artwork Highlights
Photoshoot Details
Location : New York
Date : 1975
Designer: Halston
Model : Elsa Peretti
Material
Printed on Silver Gelatin Vintage Print
Sizes
Large: 61 x 97 cm (24 x 38")
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.
