John Kasmin

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• John Kasmin (1934-), Art dealer. Sitter in 9 portraits.

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• Ida Kar (1908-1974), Photographer. Artist associated with 1480 portraits, Sitter associated with 137 portraits.

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In 1956 Kasmin became Kar's assistant, often encouraging her to photograph writers that he was eager to meet such as T.S. Eliot. Kar photographed Kasmin at his home, 18 Fouberts Place, London. On the fireplace are a Ben Nicholson relief, African combs and a pre-Columbian pot.

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• Photographs by Ida Kar, 1940s-1950s

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• Carpets and textiles
• Eyeglasses and spectacles
• Fireplaces
• Vases, pots and urns