George Platt Lynes, who lived from 1907 - 1955, is considered
an important figure in a seminal artistic circle of New York in
the 1930's and 40's that encompassed major literary, artistic and
performing artists of the day whom he also photographed. These included
Gertrude Stein, Paul Cadmus, Martha Graham, and Tennessee Williams
among others.
While his accomplishments in fashion, ballet and mythology were
prodigious, this exhibition will focus on the subject he was most
passionate about, the male figure. Including both portraits and
nudes, most elaborately conceived in his studio, the show will explore
the forward thinking ideas that would signify his unique style.
Using Hollywood lighting techniques, unusual angles or even backlighting,
he developed a signature look that still seems refreshingly modern
today.
Circulated privately among friends, and never signed out of fear
of retribution, it is only in the past 25 years as societal tensions
over male eroticism have eased that Lynes’ male nudes have
been given their due respect in the art world.
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PaJaMa "George Platt Lynes & Jonathan Tichenor, Fire Island" circa 1941 vgsp
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