
Beauty and the Beast
16 works

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
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.
Price on Application

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

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

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

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

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


Michel Comte
Angela Basset, Vogue Italia
1993

Michel Comte
Brittany Murphy for Vouge
2001

Michel Comte
Brooke Shields, Dolce & Gabbana
1995

Michel Comte
Carla Bruni, Vogue Italia
1996

Michel Comte
Cindy Crawford Fence
1992

Michel Comte
Cindy Crawford Paparazzi
1996

Michel Comte
Daryl Hannah
1996

Michel Comte
David Bryne, GQ (blue)
1991

Michel Comte
David Bryne, GQ (yellow)
1991

Michel Comte
Demi Moore, Vogue Italia
1993

Michel Comte
Giorgio Armani, W Magazine
1992

Michel Comte
Jean-Paul Gaultier, W Magazine
1992

Michel Comte
Jeremy Irons with Monocle
1990

Michel Comte
Louise Bourgeois Private sitting
1996

Michel Comte
Macaulay Culkin, L'Uomo Vogue
1998

Michel Comte
Mimi Rogers

Michel Comte
Nadja Auermann & Eva Herzigova, Vogue Italia
1996

Michel Comte
Nicole Kidman, Private Sitting
1994

Michel Comte
Sharon Stone Wire Fence
1996

Michel Comte
Sofia Coppola, Save Safe Sex Campaign
1993

Michel Comte
Sonia Braga
1991

Michel Comte
Supermodels (French Vogue)
1994

Michel Comte
Veruschka
1990

Michel Comte
Yves, Saint Laurent, W Magazine
1992
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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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.