George Platt Lynes
(1907-1955), PhotographerArtist of 6 portraits
Self-taught, freelance portrait photographer, working in Paris and New York, 1928-32; head of Vogue Studios, Hollywood, 1946-8; specialised in portraits of writers, artists, dancers and nudes; collaborated with Pavel Tchelitchew on fashion photographs.
by George Platt Lynes
gelatin silver print, 1946
NPG P1686
by George Platt Lynes
gelatin silver print, 1947
NPG P1687
by George Platt Lynes
vintage bromide print, 1938
NPG x40466
by George Platt Lynes
vintage bromide print, 1938
NPG x40465
by George Platt Lynes
vintage bromide print, 1938
NPG x40468
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