Herb Ritts
dal 21/6/2011 al 11/8/2011
Segnalato da
21/6/2011
Herb Ritts
Hamiltons Gallery, London
Marking a longstanding relationship with world-renowned American photographer, Hamiltons' forthcoming exhibition highlights prints from Herb's private archive, the much anticipated release of new material from the Ritts Foundation, most of which has never been seen, reproduced or exhibited before.
Marking a longstanding relationship with world-renowned American photographer Herb
Ritts, Hamiltons’ forthcoming exhibition highlights prints from Herb’s private
archive, the much anticipated release of new material from the Ritts Foundation,
most of which has never been seen, reproduced or exhibited before. These prints were
made by Herb around the time of each shoot; they were images that he particularly
liked and set aside for himself.
Having been catalogued and preserved in the Foundation’s climate controlled vault
since Ritts’ untimely death in December 2002, these rare and unique works exist in
limited numbers and in many instances are the only print available. Original works,
measuring 11 x 14 inches, they were printed and approved by Ritts during his
lifetime. Each photograph is editioned and marked with the Foundation stamp on the
reverse. Examples include Cindy Crawford 1, Bahamas, 1993; Stephanie Seymour 1,
Hawaii, 1988; Sting 1, Malibu, 1990 and Naomi Campbell, Versace 1, El Mirage, 1990.
The exhibition will also comprise a selection of Herb’s well-known editioned
images, including three monumental, rare oversized works: Fred with Tires,
Hollywood, 1984; Stephanie, Cindy, Christie, Tatajana, Naomi, Hollywood, 1989 and
Naomi Campbell, Seated, Hollywood, 1991. These each measure 60 x 40 inches.
Ritts began his photographic career in the late seventies. In addition to producing
portraits and editorial fashion for Vogue and Vanity Fair he also created successful
advertising campaigns for Calvin Klein, Chanel and Gap amongst others. Ritts
directed numerous influential and award winning music videos and commercials and his
photography has been the subject of exhibitions worldwide, with works residing in
many significant public and private collections.
Image: Elizabeth Taylor, Malibu, 1991, © Herb Ritts Foundation, courtesy of Hamiltons
Press contact:
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christina@hamiltonsgallery.com
Opening 22th June 2011
Hamiltons Gallery
13 Carlos Place, London W1K 2EU
Hours: Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm.