Robert Capa Vintage 1988 Photo Lithograph Print Poster " La Tour Eiffel " 1952

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This Robert Capa rare vintage 1988 photo lithograph print collector's poster " La Tour Eiffel " 1952, is an incredibly … Read more This Robert Capa rare vintage 1988 photo lithograph print collector's poster " La Tour Eiffel " 1952, is an incredibly special and unique piece to add to your collection.

The lithograph print poster is published by Portal Publications Ltd., printed in The United States in 1988, copyright Robert Capa, Magnum Photos. It features an iconic photo of The Eiffel Tower in Paris France photographed by Robert Capa in July 1952.

Robert Capa - born Andre Friedman ( 1913 - 1954 ) was a Hungarian born Jewish was photographer and photojournalist as well as the companion and professional partner of photographer Gerda Taro. He is considered by many to be the greatest combat and adventure photographer in history.

During his career, Capa risked his life numerous times, most dramatically as the only civilian photographer landing on Omaha Beach on D-Day. He documented the course of World War II in London, North Africa, Italy, and the liberation of Paris. His friends and colleagues included Ernest Hemingway, Irwin Shaw, John Steinbeck, and director John Huston.

In 1947, Capa founded the cooperative venture " Magnum Photos " in Paris with Henri Cartier-Bresson, William Vendivert, David Seymour, and George Rodger. It was a cooperative agency to manage work for and by freelance photographers, and developed a reputation for the excellence of its photojournalists. In 1952, he became president of the agency. In 1947, for his work recording World War II in photographs, U.S. General Dwight D. Eisenhower awarded Capa the prestigious Medal of Freedom.

The rare out of print collector's photo lithograph print poster measures 20" W X 28" H. It is printed on high quality heavyweight paper stock with a satin finish.

It is in excellent " like new " vintage condition consistent with age and light signs of handling. It has never been framed. Please see photos for condition reference. It is now being offered here for an excellent price. See less