2013
Guido Argentini is widely known for his evocative landscapes and stylized color nude photography. The Los Angeles-based artist has freelanced for numerous magazines and has garnered acclaim for his book, Silvereye, which collects sensual photography of nude female models that have been covered in metallic chrome paint.
Born in Florence, Italy, Argentini initially studied medicine at the University of Florence. He left after three years of study to pursue an interest in photography — a passion that brought him to the United States in 1990.
Since the debut of Silvereye in 2003, Argentini has published Private Rooms, Reflections and Shades of a Woman. An admirer of performance art as well as visual art — he has drawn on sculptures by Michelangelo, Auguste Rodin and Constantin Brâncuși — Argentini explored a fusion of motion and eroticism for the images of ballet dancers that are collected in 2013’s Argentum.
Renowned publications such as Vogue, Marie Claire and Playboy have all featured Argentini’s photography. His work has been exhibited at Todd Kaplan Gallery in California, the James Gallery in Russia and elsewhere.
On 1stDibs, find original Guido Argentini nude photography and other photography.
Thoth (Argentum by Guido Argentini)
By Guido Argentini
Located in New York City, NY
50x50in ed.7 Archival Pigment Print MOUNTED AND FRAMED Also available in 40x40in and 60x60in. Limited edition signed print by Guido Argentini. Guido Argentini was born in Florence...
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Thoth (Argentum by Guido Argentini)
By Guido Argentini
Located in New York City, NY
40x40in ed.18 Archival Pigment Print MOUNTED AND FRAMED Also available in 48x48in and 60x60in. Limited edition signed print by Guido Argentini. Guido Argentini was born in Florence, Italy in 1966. He lives and works in between Los Angeles, Florence and Rio. Argentini blends the erotic and artistic in his photographs. Taking the ancient Greek concept of Eros as a starting point, Argentini explores the nature of desire. His series span glamorous old Hollywood – inspired color photographs to black-and-white boudoir shots. Argentum by Guido Argentini evokes the luminous polished planes of the work of Brancusi and the verve of Degas’ ballet...
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THOTH by Guido Argentini, DIAMOND DUST series, unique, FRAMED
By Guido Argentini
Located in New York City, NY
Diamond Dust series by Guido Argentini. 48 inches x 48 inches (120 x 120 cm) Unique - MOUNTED AND FRAMED Archival Pigment Print on CANVAS This artwork is created using a high-qual...
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ATHIRAT by Guido Argentini, Argentum series, FRAMED
By Guido Argentini
Located in New York City, NY
Limited edition signed print by Guido Argentini. 20 inches x 20 inches (50 x 50 cm) Edition of 25 - MOUNTED AND FRAMED Archival Pigment Print on Fine Art Baryta paper Framed size: ...
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HEQET I by Guido Argentini, ARGENTUM series, FRAMED
By Guido Argentini
Located in New York City, NY
Limited edition signed print by Guido Argentini. 20 inches x 20 inches (50 x 50 cm) Edition of 25 - MOUNTED AND FRAMED Archival Pigment Print on Fine Art Baryta paper Framed size: ...
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INDUNN by Guido Argentini, ARGENTUM series, FRAMED
By Guido Argentini
Located in New York City, NY
Limited edition signed print by Guido Argentini. 20 inches x 20 inches (50 x 50 cm) Edition of 25 - MOUNTED AND FRAMED Archival Pigment Print on Fine Art Baryta paper Framed size: ...
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Thoth, Argentum Series - Limited Edition Fine Art Print
By Guido Argentini
Located in Vienna, AT
Thoth by Guido Argentini is a dramatic close study of the male torso from the acclaimed Argentum series. Cropped tightly around the chest, abdomen and hips, the photograph celebrates muscular structure through an intricate pattern of metallic highlights and deep shadow. The silver-painted surface turns the body into a monumental contemporary sculpture. Argentini’s directional lighting reveals every plane and curve of the anatomy, while the raised arms remain outside the frame and intensify the vertical tension of the composition. By excluding the face, the photographer shifts attention from identity to form, texture and physical presence. Thoth is an exceptional example of modern male nude photography...
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Conventia, Argentum Series - Limited Edition Fine Art Print
By Guido Argentini
Located in Vienna, AT
Coventina by Guido Argentini is an elegant close-up hand study from the internationally recognized Argentum series. Two silver-painted hands move toward one another against a deep to...
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Kronos, Argentum Series - Limited Edition Fine Art Print
By Guido Argentini
Located in Vienna, AT
Kronos by Guido Argentini is a commanding male figure study from the acclaimed Argentum series. The silver-painted man bows forward with his feet together and his muscular arms exten...
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Athirat, Argentum Series - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Guido Argentini
Located in Vienna, AT
Athirat by Guido Argentini is a bold, symmetrical fine art nude from the Argentum series. The silver-painted figure balances in a low, wide-legged position while both arms extend upw...
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Seth, Argentum Series - Limited Edition Fine Art Print
By Guido Argentini
Located in Vienna, AT
Seth by Guido Argentini is an imposing male nude photograph from the internationally celebrated Argentum series. Viewed from behind, a silver-painted male figure stands with legs fir...
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NYX, Argentum Series - Limited Edition Fine Art Print
By Guido Argentini
Located in Vienna, AT
Nyx by Guido Argentini is a bold and highly symmetrical silver body photograph from the renowned Argentum series. Viewed from above, the female figure holds a deep, wide-legged pose ...
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