Horst P Horst: Master of Fashion Photography
German-born American photographer Horst P. Horst (Horst Paul Albert Bohrmann) is celebrated for his influential fashion photography, blending Surrealism and Neoclassicism. His work, known for its sophistication and elegance, made him a Vogue magazine staple since 1931. Horst's unique style captures the essence of beauty, combining ancient Greek ideals with a modern sensibility to create timeless images.
After studying architecture with Le Corbusier in Paris, Horst's artistic vision was shaped by a blend of structural precision and creative flair. Moving to New York in 1937, his collaborations with Coco Chanel over three decades are legendary, highlighting a career that forever changed fashion photography. Horst P Horst photos, characterized by their meticulous composition and captivating mystery, continue to inspire and influence the art world.
Selected artworks from the shop
Classic Still Life, 1937
By Horst P Horst
Round The Clock, New York, 1987
By Horst P Horst
Susann Shaw, 1943
By Horst P Horst
Mainbocher Corset, 1939
By Horst P Horst
Lisa (Fonssagrives-Penn) with Harp, Paris, 1939
By Horst P. Horst
American Vogue Cover, 15 May 1941
By Horst P Horst
Muriel Maxwell, Ensemble by Sally Victor, Bag by Paul Lato, Sunglasses by Lugene, 1939
By Horst P. Horst
Jean Patchett, Bathing Suit by Brigance, 1951
By Horst P Horst
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