
Beauty and the Beast
16 works

Angela Basset, Vogue Italia, 1993
Digital c print
26 x 26 inches / 66 x 66 cm- Edition of 20 36 x 36 inches / 91 x 91 cm - Edition of 7 47 x 47 inches / 120 x 120 cm- Edition of 3 69 x 60 inches / 175 x 175 cm - Edition of 1
This striking portrait captures Angela Bassett in a moment of understated elegance for Vogue Italia. Comte's masterful use of dramatic lighting creates bold contrasts that sculpt Bassett's features with cinematic intensity. The composition demonstrates the photographer's renowned ability to capture both strength and vulnerability, showcasing Bassett during her rise to international acclaim in the early nineties. The digital c-print process renders rich tonal depth and exceptional detail, preserving the sophisticated aesthetic of high fashion editorial photography from this pivotal era. Michel Comte's fashion and celebrity portraiture from this period represents a significant moment in contemporary photography, bridging the worlds of commercial editorial and fine art. This particular image exemplifies his distinctive approach to celebrity portraiture, moving beyond mere documentation to create arresting visual statements. The work is offered in four edition sizes, allowing collectors flexibility in scale while maintaining exclusivity. Each print represents an opportunity to acquire a piece of both fashion history and photographic artistry from one of the medium's most respected practitioners. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.
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