Modern + Contemporary Art, Design & Luxury
Sat, Apr 23, 2022 12:00PM EDT
Lot 514
Kurt Markus Cowboy Gelatin Silver Print, Signed
Estimate: $500 - $800
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Kurt Markus (b. 1947)
Marking(s); notes: signed; 1983
Country of origin; materials: American; gelatin silver print
Dimensions (H, W, D): 14.5"h, 18.5"w; 24.75"h, 21.75"w frame
Additional Information: Work is titled "Louis Sanders, Bell Ranch, New Mexico." Kurt Markus began his photography career in rural Montana and developed his expertise photographing cowboys, ranches and landscapes in the American West. He would later translate this expertise to fashion photography and is known for his black and white photos of Cindy Crawford, Christy Turlington and other high profile models. The 2016 Vanity Fair article "Fashion Photography and Kurt Markus's American West" describes Markus' transition to the fashion world: "When the magazine and fashion worlds turned their heads west to create campaigns and editorials, Markus was their guy. He understood the scorching light, deep shadows, and landscapes of the American desert, and he used this knowledge to craft his fashion photography."
Bidders are invited to preview in person at our West Palm Beach location from Monday, April 4th through auction day. Preview hours are Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm. High resolution photos and video preview are available; please direct any questions and/or consignment inquiries to info@modernauctions.com.
very good
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Marking(s); notes: signed; 1983
Country of origin; materials: American; gelatin silver print
Dimensions (H, W, D): 14.5"h, 18.5"w; 24.75"h, 21.75"w frame
Additional Information: Work is titled "Louis Sanders, Bell Ranch, New Mexico." Kurt Markus began his photography career in rural Montana and developed his expertise photographing cowboys, ranches and landscapes in the American West. He would later translate this expertise to fashion photography and is known for his black and white photos of Cindy Crawford, Christy Turlington and other high profile models. The 2016 Vanity Fair article "Fashion Photography and Kurt Markus's American West" describes Markus' transition to the fashion world: "When the magazine and fashion worlds turned their heads west to create campaigns and editorials, Markus was their guy. He understood the scorching light, deep shadows, and landscapes of the American desert, and he used this knowledge to craft his fashion photography."
Bidders are invited to preview in person at our West Palm Beach location from Monday, April 4th through auction day. Preview hours are Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm. High resolution photos and video preview are available; please direct any questions and/or consignment inquiries to info@modernauctions.com.
Condition
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Lots are sold "AS IS" as described in the Terms & Conditions of Auction. Statements regarding the condition of objects are only for general guidance and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Palm Beach Modern Auctions. PBMA strives to provide as much information as possible about items, including multiple photos, dimensions and condition reports. Some condition issues may not be noted in the condition report but are apparent in the provided photos which are considered part of the condition report. All bidders are encouraged to inspect items of interest in person and ask any questions they may have prior to bidding as well as review all points in the Terms & Conditions.
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