Nümbrecht, DE
Details
- Dimensions
- 23.62ʺW × 15.75ʺH
- Period
- 1960s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Condition
- Original Condition Unaltered
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- New — This is a new (unused) item of contemporary design. New — This is a new (unused) item of contemporary design. less
- Description
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This striking black-and-white photograph captures the legendary jazz singer ella fitzgerald during a live performance in east germany (ddr) in …
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This striking black-and-white photograph captures the legendary jazz singer ella fitzgerald during a live performance in east germany (ddr) in 1967. The image showcases fitzgerald's radiant smile, reflecting her infectious enthusiasm for music. She is elegantly dressed in a stylish black outfit, adorned with a delicate brooch on her shoulder, embodying her timeless fashion sense. The microphone stands close to her, emphasizing her connection to the audience as she sings with heartfelt emotion. The soft lighting highlights her expressive features and voluminous hairstyle, creating a beautiful contrast against the dark background. This photograph not only celebrates fitzgerald's remarkable talent but also encapsulates the vibrant spirit of jazz music during her era, making it a captivating piece for any art lover or music enthusiast. Known for his exuberant and engaging performances, bécaud, often referred to as "monsieur 100.000 volts" due to his electrifying stage persona, was immensely popular in the 1960s, and this concert in east berlin would have been a rare cultural exchange during the cold war era. His concerts were often marked by his powerful voice and the high emotional intensity of his performances, which captivated audiences across the world. The print is new, highest quality on hahnemühle fineart baryta. More sizes up to 150x150 cm available on request. About tassilo leher: born in the dark years of world war ii, tassilo leher became an icon of photographic art in divided germany. As the son of war correspondent karl leher, whose lens captured moments of contemporary history, he was born in 1940 in the heart of berlin. He shared not only the studio in the picturesque prenzlauer berg with his father, but also the mysterious world of the darkroom. While karl leher, an early riser, made use of the morning hours, tassilo found his creative flow only by midday, often working late into the night. His camera knew no bounds: from the dazzling stars of east german show business like phudys, karat, hildegard kneef, manfred krug, bubi scholz, to international greats such as dean reed, karel gott, jiri korn, and costa cordalis – all found themselves in front of his lens. The friedrichstadt-palast and numerous film sets became his stages, where he played with light and shadow to perfectly frame famous faces for album covers and movie posters. His crowning achievement came in 1963, when he accompanied louis armstrong on his memorable tour of east germany, a moment that showcased his top-level reporting skills. Yet, tassilo leher was more than a mere chronicler of fame. As a member of a jury that evaluated visual art on east german television, he became known as the “lambi of photography” of the 1970s, a title that honored his expertise and dedication to the craft. His photographic artistry gained international recognition in 1966, when he received the silver medal at a press festival in the soviet union, an award presented by the international organization of journalists. His work was not just art but a reflection of the times – a time when the walls of europe served as both barriers and stages for culture and history. In his home, he hosted not only stars like frank schöbel and anne mehner but also creative minds such as wolfgang brandenstein, a pioneer of german television entertainment, and what began as photography sessions evolved into long-lasting friendships. Another highlight of his career was his journey to leningrad, today’s st. Petersburg, where he spent nights in the halls of the hermitage photographing album covers for the east german record label eterna. His images captured not just moments but also emotions and the essence of music itself. Tassilo leher: a name synonymous with perfection, the art of capturing light, and the passion for bringing history to life through the lens. His legacy lives on in every photograph he created and in the hearts of those who experienced his art. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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