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The great photographers shoot Dali and Chagall

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The great photographers shoot Dali and Chagall

Collection of 13 letters from some of the most renowned photographers of the 20th century, dated between 1949 and 1971. Consists of one TLS from Yousuf Karsh, signed “Yousuf”; one TLS from Henri Cartier-Bresson, signed “Henri,” with a handwritten postscript; one TLS from Bert Stern, signed “B,” regarding a photoshoot for Vogue with Marc Chagall; one ALS from Philippe Halsman, signed “Halsman,” offering condolences; eight TLSs from Halsman, each signed “Philippe,” on subjects such as photographing Salvador Dali, Richard Nixon, and Mae West; and one TLS signed “Philippe Halsman,” mentioning Dali. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #408 - Ended May 15, 2013