Richard Avedon: Evidence 1944-1994 (1994)
Exhibition catalogue
Publisher: Whitney Museum of American Art, New York
Artist: Richard Avedon (1923-2004)
Title: Richard Avedon - Evidence 1944-1994
Publication date: 1994
Contributions: Photographs by Richard Avedon; essay by Jane Livingston and Adam Gopnik.
Dimensions: 20 x 25 (8 x 10 in.)
Pages: 16 pages
Edition: Single Edition
About
n 1994, the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City hosted a comprehensive retrospective of Richard Avedon's work, titled "Evidence 1944–1994." This exhibition spanned five decades of Avedon's influential career, showcasing over 600 photographs that highlighted his evolution from fashion photography to intimate portraiture. Curated by Jane Livingston in collaboration with the museum's director, David Ross, the exhibition provided an in-depth look at Avedon's artistic journey and his impact on visual culture.
Accompanying the exhibition was an award-winning catalogue featuring essays by Jane Livingston and Adam Gopnik, offering critical insights into Avedon's work and legacy. Following its debut at the Whitney Museum, the exhibition traveled both domestically and internationally, with notable stops at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Museum Ludwig in Cologne, Palazzo Reale in Milan, and the National Portrait Gallery in London. This extensive tour underscored Avedon's global influence and the universal appeal of his photography.
Richard Avedon
Richard Avedon (1923–2004) was an American photographer renowned for his striking fashion photography and emotionally raw portraiture. Beginning his career at Harper’s Bazaar in the 1940s and later working with Vogue, Avedon redefined fashion photography by introducing movement and spontaneity, capturing models in dynamic, expressive poses rather than the static, posed style of earlier decades. His work brought a sense of vibrancy and modernity to high fashion, making him one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century. His ability to blend elegance with a deep psychological presence made his images instantly recognizable and iconic.
Beyond fashion, Avedon was also celebrated for his stark black-and-white portraits of cultural and political figures, including Marilyn Monroe, Andy Warhol, and civil rights activists. His 1976 series The Family captured the key political figures of the era, while In the American West (1985) presented hauntingly intimate portraits of working-class Americans, stripped of pretense and artifice. His signature style—sharp focus, plain backgrounds, and intense emotional depth—transformed portrait photography into an art form that revealed the vulnerabilities of his subjects. Avedon's work continues to influence contemporary photography, setting a standard for both commercial and fine art photography.
Condition: Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). Signs of age and wear.
Provenance: Acquired private collection (Portugal). Ownership: Monginho Collection.
Exhibition catalogue
Publisher: Whitney Museum of American Art, New York
Artist: Richard Avedon (1923-2004)
Title: Richard Avedon - Evidence 1944-1994
Publication date: 1994
Contributions: Photographs by Richard Avedon; essay by Jane Livingston and Adam Gopnik.
Dimensions: 20 x 25 (8 x 10 in.)
Pages: 16 pages
Edition: Single Edition
About
n 1994, the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City hosted a comprehensive retrospective of Richard Avedon's work, titled "Evidence 1944–1994." This exhibition spanned five decades of Avedon's influential career, showcasing over 600 photographs that highlighted his evolution from fashion photography to intimate portraiture. Curated by Jane Livingston in collaboration with the museum's director, David Ross, the exhibition provided an in-depth look at Avedon's artistic journey and his impact on visual culture.
Accompanying the exhibition was an award-winning catalogue featuring essays by Jane Livingston and Adam Gopnik, offering critical insights into Avedon's work and legacy. Following its debut at the Whitney Museum, the exhibition traveled both domestically and internationally, with notable stops at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Museum Ludwig in Cologne, Palazzo Reale in Milan, and the National Portrait Gallery in London. This extensive tour underscored Avedon's global influence and the universal appeal of his photography.
Richard Avedon
Richard Avedon (1923–2004) was an American photographer renowned for his striking fashion photography and emotionally raw portraiture. Beginning his career at Harper’s Bazaar in the 1940s and later working with Vogue, Avedon redefined fashion photography by introducing movement and spontaneity, capturing models in dynamic, expressive poses rather than the static, posed style of earlier decades. His work brought a sense of vibrancy and modernity to high fashion, making him one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century. His ability to blend elegance with a deep psychological presence made his images instantly recognizable and iconic.
Beyond fashion, Avedon was also celebrated for his stark black-and-white portraits of cultural and political figures, including Marilyn Monroe, Andy Warhol, and civil rights activists. His 1976 series The Family captured the key political figures of the era, while In the American West (1985) presented hauntingly intimate portraits of working-class Americans, stripped of pretense and artifice. His signature style—sharp focus, plain backgrounds, and intense emotional depth—transformed portrait photography into an art form that revealed the vulnerabilities of his subjects. Avedon's work continues to influence contemporary photography, setting a standard for both commercial and fine art photography.
Condition: Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). Signs of age and wear.
Provenance: Acquired private collection (Portugal). Ownership: Monginho Collection.
Exhibition catalogue
Publisher: Whitney Museum of American Art, New York
Artist: Richard Avedon (1923-2004)
Title: Richard Avedon - Evidence 1944-1994
Publication date: 1994
Contributions: Photographs by Richard Avedon; essay by Jane Livingston and Adam Gopnik.
Dimensions: 20 x 25 (8 x 10 in.)
Pages: 16 pages
Edition: Single Edition
About
n 1994, the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City hosted a comprehensive retrospective of Richard Avedon's work, titled "Evidence 1944–1994." This exhibition spanned five decades of Avedon's influential career, showcasing over 600 photographs that highlighted his evolution from fashion photography to intimate portraiture. Curated by Jane Livingston in collaboration with the museum's director, David Ross, the exhibition provided an in-depth look at Avedon's artistic journey and his impact on visual culture.
Accompanying the exhibition was an award-winning catalogue featuring essays by Jane Livingston and Adam Gopnik, offering critical insights into Avedon's work and legacy. Following its debut at the Whitney Museum, the exhibition traveled both domestically and internationally, with notable stops at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Museum Ludwig in Cologne, Palazzo Reale in Milan, and the National Portrait Gallery in London. This extensive tour underscored Avedon's global influence and the universal appeal of his photography.
Richard Avedon
Richard Avedon (1923–2004) was an American photographer renowned for his striking fashion photography and emotionally raw portraiture. Beginning his career at Harper’s Bazaar in the 1940s and later working with Vogue, Avedon redefined fashion photography by introducing movement and spontaneity, capturing models in dynamic, expressive poses rather than the static, posed style of earlier decades. His work brought a sense of vibrancy and modernity to high fashion, making him one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century. His ability to blend elegance with a deep psychological presence made his images instantly recognizable and iconic.
Beyond fashion, Avedon was also celebrated for his stark black-and-white portraits of cultural and political figures, including Marilyn Monroe, Andy Warhol, and civil rights activists. His 1976 series The Family captured the key political figures of the era, while In the American West (1985) presented hauntingly intimate portraits of working-class Americans, stripped of pretense and artifice. His signature style—sharp focus, plain backgrounds, and intense emotional depth—transformed portrait photography into an art form that revealed the vulnerabilities of his subjects. Avedon's work continues to influence contemporary photography, setting a standard for both commercial and fine art photography.
Condition: Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). Signs of age and wear.
Provenance: Acquired private collection (Portugal). Ownership: Monginho Collection.