
Beauty and the Beast
16 works

Macaulay Culkin, L'Uomo Vogue, 1998
26 x 22 inches / 66 x 56 cm - edition of 20 35 x 29 inches / 90 x 74 cm - edition of 7 47 x 59 inches / 120 x 150 cm - edition of 3 87 x 69 inches / 221 x 175 cm - edition of 1
This striking portrait captures Macaulay Culkin during a transformative moment in his career, created for L'Uomo Vogue at the height of editorial fashion photography's golden era. Comte's masterful use of light and shadow reveals a contemplative intensity, moving beyond the actor's child star persona to present a more complex, mature subject. The composition demonstrates the photographer's signature ability to distill raw emotion through minimal yet powerful visual elements, creating an intimate study that balances vulnerability with strength. Comte's celebrity portraiture from this period represents a significant departure from conventional Hollywood imagery, offering collectors a rare glimpse into the artist's refined approach to editorial work. This photograph exemplifies the sophisticated intersection of fashion photography and fine art that defined late 1990s visual culture. Available in four edition sizes, from the intimate 26 x 22 inch format to the commanding 87 x 69 inch scale, this work offers flexibility for various collecting ambitions while maintaining its investment appeal through carefully limited editions. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.
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Auction History

Jeff Koons, L'uomo Vogue , 1992 · Michel Comte · Grisebach · 2017-05 · $0

· Michel Comte · Sotheby's · 2017-05 · $12,052

· Michel Comte · Sotheby's · 2017-05 · $12,052

Daryl Hannah, L'Uomo Vogue · Michel Comte · Kunsthaus Lempertz · 2016-12 · $4,339

Gary Oldman. L'Uomo Vogue · Michel Comte · Koller Auktionen · 2016-12 · $0

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