Willian Klein Vintage 1980 Lithograph Photo Print French Poster " Evelyn + Gauloise, Paris 1958"

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This William Klein rare vintage 1980 iconic lithograph photo print French poster " Evelyn + Gauloise, Paris 1958 ", is … Read more This William Klein rare vintage 1980 iconic lithograph photo print French poster " Evelyn + Gauloise, Paris 1958 ", is an incredibly special and unique piece to add to your collection.

The lithograph photo print poster is published by Editions Du Desastre, printed in France in 1980 in an unnumbered limited edition by Imprime Par Union Paris. It features an iconic photographic image of the fashion model Evelyn with a Gauloise cigarette in Paris, originally created by Klein in 1958.

William B. Klein ( B. 1928 ) is an American born French photographer and filmmaker of a Jewish background. He is recognized for his ironic approach to both media and his extensive use of unusual photographic techniques in the context of photojournalism and fashion photography. Originally trained as a painter under Fernand Leger, he achieved worldwide fame as a fashion photographer and for his photo essays on various international cities, as well he is a director of feature films, documentaries and television commercials.

Klein's work was considered revolutionary for its time for its ambivalent and ironic approach to the world of fashion, and for its uncompromising rejection of the then prevailing rules of photography, and for its extensive use of wide angle and telephoto lenses, natural lighting and motion blur. Along with Robert Frank, he is considered among the fathers of Street Photography. Klein's long and prolific career has earned him many international awards. he is considered to be among the most influential photographers worldwide.

The rare out of print lithograph photo print French poster measures 23 5/8" W X 31 1/2" H. It is in excellent " like new " vintage condition with light signs of handling. Please see photos for condition reference. It is now being offered here for an excellent price. See less