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Robert Doisneau (French, 1912–1994)
Les Amoureux de l’Opera, Paris (Kiss on the Steps of the Opera House, Paris), 1950
Lot ID: 66845
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Silver Print gelatin silver print
  • 11.25 x 9.25 in. (28.58 x 23.5 cm.)
Signed; In ink in the margin; Signed, titled & dated in graphite on verso.
Estimate: N/A<br/> Sold For N/A<br/> Number of Bids: 1 (reserve not met)
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Lot Details

Printer later; paper size is 15.75 x 11.75 inches (40 x 30 cm). This a rare image of one of Doisneau's favorite subjects - romance in Paris.

Robert Doisneau (1912-1994) was one of France's most popular and prolific reportage photographers. He was known for creating playful and ironic images of amusing juxtapositions, mingling social classes and eccentrics in Paris. Influenced by the work of Kertesz, Atget and Cartier-Bresson, Doisneau captured the frailty of humans, depicting life as a series of quiet, incongruous moments. Doisneau wrote, "The marvels of daily life are exciting; no movie director can arrange the unexpected that you find in the street."

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The seller has recorded the following condition for this lot:
Mat Burn
Area: Other area
Location: Overall
Notes: Ever so slight window burn from overmat
Degree: Minor

Definition Key
Area
Image The central image area, composition, or focal point; the area inside the margins/plate marks.
Margin Areas bordering the central image, outside the plate marks, or the perimeter area.
Edge The farthest edge of the object.
Verso The reverse/back of the object.



Degree
Minor An existing condition which generally does not involve risk of loss.
Moderate Noticeable damage, increasing in severity and/or size; should be monitored or corrected by a conservator.
Major Distinct, recognizable damage; the stability of the work is questionable and risk is a factor. Requires the attention of a conservator.
Extreme Advanced and severe damage; work is insecure and at great risk.

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  • Pickup Location: New York, USA
  • Shipping Dimensions: 11.25 x 9.25 in. (28.58 x 23.5 cm.)

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