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Group of Three Vintage Press Photographs of Marlon Brando - 1950s

1950s

$2,147.08
£1,573.45
€1,800VAT Included
CA$2,955.82
A$3,006.70
CHF 1,716.87
MX$36,367.65
NOK 20,019.57
SEK 20,326.31
DKK 13,725.45

About the Item

A group o 3 beautiful gelatin silver prints of Marlon Brando, realized between 1950s and 1970s. Spanning different stages of his career, the photographs document Brando both as an emerging Hollywood icon and as an internationally acclaimed artist whose work reshaped modern screen acting. The group comprises: A striking studio publicity portrait of Brando in his youthful prime, depicting the actor in a fitted T-shirt with arms crossed. The image recalls the rebellious charisma and intense screen presence that made him a defining figure of post-war American cinema and a symbol of a new generation of actors. A candid photograph showing Brando holding a motion-picture camera while on location or on set, offering a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse of the actor’s interest in filmmaking and production work beyond his celebrated performances. A later press photograph depicting Brando in Paris during the production period of Ultimo Tango a Parigi (Last Tango in Paris, 1972), with the Eiffel Tower visible in the background. The reverse bears contemporary press information referencing Bernardo Bertolucci’s landmark film and its principal cast, providing valuable documentary context for one of the most significant and controversial productions of the era. The photographs retain period editorial stamps, agency markings, publication instructions, handwritten annotations, cropping indications, and layout notes on the reverse, evidencing their original use within newspaper and magazine archives. Such markings enhance their historical and documentary interest. Printed as gelatin silver photographs, the images exhibit the rich tonal quality and crisp detail characteristic of professional mid-century press photography. Together, they offer a concise visual survey of Brando’s remarkable career, from Hollywood stardom to his later work in international cinema. Condition: Overall good vintage condition. Minor handling wear, light creasing, corner wear, scattered surface marks, and age toning consistent with editorial use. Versos with agency stamps, press captions, handwritten annotations, cropping marks, and publication instructions.
  • Creation Year:
    1950s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 8.27 in (21 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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  • Condition:
    Insurance may be requested by customers as additional service, contact us for more information.
  • Gallery Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T-1606841stDibs: LU650318270372

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