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Hot Cat on the Tin Roof, Zoe Kravitz, Los Angeles, 2020, Chromogenic Print

Hot Cat on the Tin Roof, Zoe Kravitz, Los Angeles, 2020

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Rearview Window, Los Angeles, 2020, Chromogenic Print

Rearview Window, Los Angeles, 2020

Chromogenic Print
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Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Brief Thieves, Los Angeles, 2017, Silver Gelatin Photograph

Brief Thieves, Los Angeles, 2017

Silver Gelatin Photograph
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Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Hollywood Calling, Los Angeles, 2016, Chromogenic Print

Hollywood Calling, Los Angeles, 2016

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Alter Ego, Majorca, 2014, Chromogenic Print

Alter Ego, Majorca, 2014

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Hard to Reach, Paris, 1998, Chromogenic Print

Hard to Reach, Paris, 1998

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Pink Flamingos, Los Angeles, 2020, Chromogenic Print

Pink Flamingos, Los Angeles, 2020

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Kiss Me Too?, Los Angeles, 2017, Chromogenic Print

Kiss Me Too?, Los Angeles, 2017

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Luxury Gym, Nadja Auermann, Miami, 1994, Chromogenic Print

Luxury Gym, Nadja Auermann, Miami, 1994

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Pool Mermaid, Los Angeles, 2011, Chromogenic Print

Pool Mermaid, Los Angeles, 2011

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

After Midnight, Los Angeles,  2018, Chromogenic Print

After Midnight, Los Angeles,  2018

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Cam Girl, Los Angeles, 2018, Chromogenic Print

Cam Girl, Los Angeles, 2018

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Gotham News, Paris, 2020, Silver Gelatin Photograph

Gotham News, Paris, 2020

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Harley's Darling, Sydney Sweeney, Los Angeles, 2022, Chromogenic Print

Harley's Darling, Sydney Sweeney, Los Angeles, 2022

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

The Feast, Paris, 2011, Silver Gelatin Photograph

The Feast, Paris, 2011

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Splish Splash, Azealia Banks, New York, 2014, Chromogenic Print

Splish Splash, Azealia Banks, New York, 2014

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

The Sisters, Christy Turlington & Linda Evangelista, Cannes, 1990, Silver Gelatin Photograph

The Sisters, Christy Turlington & Linda Evangelista, Cannes, 1990

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Hairsprayed, Minxie, Los Angeles, 2021, Chromogenic Print

Hairsprayed, Minxie, Los Angeles, 2021

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Lady Sings the Blues, Los Angeles, 2022, Chromogenic Print

Lady Sings the Blues, Los Angeles, 2022

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Making An Exit, Los Angeles, 2017, Silver Gelatin Photograph

Making An Exit, Los Angeles, 2017

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Sausage Party, Los Angeles, 2020, Chromogenic Print

Sausage Party, Los Angeles, 2020

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Shopping, Naomi Campbell, Los Angeles, 2011, Silver Gelatin Photograph

Shopping, Naomi Campbell, Los Angeles, 2011

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

BITCH! Paris, 2007, Chromogenic Print

BITCH! Paris, 2007

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Munchies, Los Angeles, 2022, Chromogenic Print

Munchies, Los Angeles, 2022

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

In Touch, Miley Cyrus, Nashville, 2017, Silver Gelatin Photograph

In Touch, Miley Cyrus, Nashville, 2017

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Floating, Los Angeles, 2017, Chromogenic Print

Floating, Los Angeles, 2017

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

The Premiere, New York, 2018, Silver Gelatin Photograph

The Premiere, New York, 2018

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Seashell Pearl, Los Angeles, 2018, Chromogenic Print

Seashell Pearl, Los Angeles, 2018

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Ice Cold, Los Angeles, 2012, Silver Gelatin Photograph

Ice Cold, Los Angeles, 2012

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

 

Bathing Beauties, Paris, 1992, Chromogenic Print

Bathing Beauties, Paris, 1992

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Hollywood, Evan Rachel Wood, 2011, Silver Gelatin Photograph

Hollywood, Evan Rachel Wood, 2011

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Boooh!, New York, 2018, Chromogenic Print

Boooh!, New York, 2018

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

The Mansion, Pamela Anderson, Los Angeles, 2015, Silver Gelatin Photograph

The Mansion, Pamela Anderson, Los Angeles, 2015

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Wink Wink, Caroline Vreeland, Los Angeles, 2016, Chromogenic Print

Wink Wink, Caroline Vreeland, Los Angeles, 2016

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Curve View, Zita Vass, Los Angeles,  2020, Silver Gelatin Photograph

Curve View, Zita Vass, Los Angeles,  2020

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Eye Spy, Los Angeles, 2011, Chromogenic Print

Eye Spy, Los Angeles, 2011

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Leash Called Love, Paris, 2021, Silver Gelatin Photograph

Leash Called Love, Paris, 2021

Silver Gelatin Photograph
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Out of the Box, Dita von Teese, Los Angeles,  2019, Chromogenic Print

Out of the Box, Dita von Teese, Los Angeles,  2019

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Glitzy, Los Angeles, 2018, Chromogenic Print

Glitzy, Los Angeles, 2018

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

3D, New York,  2018, Chromogenic Print

3D, New York,  2018

Chromogenic Print
Signed, numbered on label verso

 

Available Sizes:

16 x 20 inches, Ed. of 15

20 x 24 inches, Ed. of 15

30 x 40 inches, Ed. of 7

40 x 60 inches, Ed. of 5

48 x 72 inches, Ed. of 3

59 x 90 inches, Ed. of 3

Press Release

Ellen von Unwerth

Bombshell

March 23 – April 29, 2023

Exhibition Reception: Thursday, March 23rd

 

The Fahey/Klein gallery is thrilled to present a selection of photographs from the queen of female sensuality, photographer Ellen von Unwerth. In her exhibition, “Bombshell”, the works on display revel in von Unwerth’s experimentation with archetypes and stereotypes that result in images that are spontaneous, playful, and alive.

Ellen von Unwerth’s thirty-year storied career defined the aesthetic of the 90’s and 2000’s and has made her a staple of fashion photography. Crafting cinematic scenarios for her shoots, Von Unwerth’s flashy, kinky, and humorous photographs invite viewers to come along on a boisterous escapade. By furnishing each of her subjects with a new persona to inhabit, she allows their inhibitions to melt away. The story telling aspect of her creative process has allowed her to create images that are never static and beg the question, “what is really going on here?”  The inherent sexuality in her images is never without fun, and the subjects within her works are always powerful - positioned in control of their sex appeal.

“I think throughout history we talk a lot about emancipation, but when you look at many old movies, the

woman was always portrayed as the Femme Fatale and was unapologetic. Like Brigitte Bardot: She was

super sexy, flirty, but she had things in control. So being a beautiful woman who could, at the same

time, have their life in their hands is the way I shoot women and see them. They have control and use

their beauty, personality, charm, humor & intelligence to get what they want”

Ellen von Unwerth for Playboy: December 9, 2019

Ellen von Unwerth’s introduction to the world of photography began in front of the lens as a model. Born in Frankfurt, Germany, she began modeling at the age of 20. During her years as a model, she felt that the industry was missing an element of freedom. Eventually, she made the transition from model to photographer. The work she has made over the years transcends sexy fashion images and instead represents a modern, confident, and totally unique approach to photography.

Ellen Von Unwerth’s work has been featured in numerous magazines and publications including Vanity Fair, Vogue, and Interview. Along with creating editorial and Fine Art work, she continues to produce dynamic short films, direct music videos, and create successful advertisement campaigns for Chanel, Victoria’s Secret, and her now iconic work for Guess. Ellen von Unwerth’s photographs have been exhibited in museums and galleries worldwide. 

  

Press Photographs Available on Request

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