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Michel Comte - Isabella Rosselini, Vogue Germany, 1990

Isabella Rosselini, Vogue Germany, 1990

26 x 22 inches / 66 x 56 cm - edition of 20 35 x 29 inches / 90 x 74 cm - edition of 7 47 x 59 inches / 120 x 150 cm - edition of 3 87 x 69 inches / 221 x 175 cm - edition of 1

About this work

This striking portrait captures Isabella Rossellini in an intimate moment of contemplation, her gaze directed downward with characteristic grace and vulnerability. Comte's masterful use of natural lighting creates a soft, ethereal quality that emphasizes the contours of her face and the elegant line of her neck. The composition, originally commissioned for Vogue Germany, demonstrates the photographer's ability to transcend traditional fashion photography, creating a timeless image that balances commercial appeal with fine art sensibility. The monochromatic tones and subtle gradations reveal Comte's technical precision and his talent for capturing both the external beauty and inner depth of his subject. Comte's photographs of iconic figures from this period have become highly sought after by collectors, particularly his collaborations with Rossellini, which represent a pinnacle of early nineties fashion photography. This image exemplifies the intersection of haute couture and contemporary art that defined the era. Available in four edition sizes, this work offers collectors flexibility in scale while maintaining exclusivity. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.

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Auction History

Michel Comte

· Michel Comte · Sotheby's · 2017-05 · $12,052

Michel Comte

· Michel Comte · Sotheby's · 2017-05 · $12,052

Michel Comte

· Michel Comte · Sotheby's · 2016-05 · $26,896

Michel Comte

· Michel Comte · Sotheby's · 2016-05 · $24,451

Michel Comte

· Michel Comte · Sotheby's · 2016-05 · $36,677

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About the Fashion Icons Series

Explore Michel Comte's Fashion Icons series, a celebrated collection capturing the golden era of 1990s celebrity and haute couture photography. This prestigious body of work features iconic portraits of supermodels and A-list personalities including Nadja Auermann, Eva Herzigova, Sharon Stone, Isabella Rosselini, and Brooke Shields, many commissioned by Vogue Italia, Vogue Germany, and L'Uomo Vogue.

Comte's masterful approach combines technical precision with intimate portraiture, establishing him as a defining voice in luxury fashion photography. Each work reflects the aesthetic standards and cultural moment of the period, from elegant studio compositions to conceptual editorial pieces for Dolce & Gabbana and French Vogue.

These photographs remain highly sought-after by collectors, representing a pivotal moment in fashion history when celebrity and high fashion intersected with artistic vision. The series showcases the photographer's distinctive style and his influence on contemporary portraiture.

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Isabella Rosselini, Vogue Germany

About Michel Comte

Michel Comte's work commands a robust presence in the international auction market, affirming his status as a master of contemporary photography. His limited edition prints, particularly from his influential fashion and portraiture archives, are regularly featured in sales at Christie's, Sotheby's, and Phillips.

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