
Beauty and the Beast
16 works

Sofia Coppola, Save Safe Sex Campaign, 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 - SOLD OUT
This striking digital c-print captures Sofia Coppola in an intimate portrait created for the Save Safe Sex Campaign in 1993. Comte's lens reveals both vulnerability and strength in his subject, employing his characteristic approach to photography that balances documentary authenticity with fashion-editorial sophistication. The square format creates a focused, contemplative composition, while the digital c-print process delivers rich tonal depth and archival quality that has remained pristine over three decades. This work represents a fascinating intersection of celebrity portraiture, social activism, and 1990s visual culture. Captured at a pivotal moment before Coppola's emergence as an acclaimed filmmaker, the photograph documents her involvement in HIV/AIDS awareness efforts during a critical period of advocacy. Comte's reputation as one of the era's most innovative fashion and portrait photographers adds significant artistic weight, while the tiered edition structure offers collectors various scales at which to acquire this historically important image. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.
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