George Platt Lynes (American, 1907-1955) Two Photographs of Charles “Tex” Smutney and Charles “Buddy” Stanley

George Platt Lynes (American, 1907-1955) Two Photographs of Charles “Tex” Smutney and Charles “Buddy” Stanley, 1941. Each inscribed “For B.R ex dono G.W./March 30, 1952.” on the verso in black ink. Gelatin silver prints, image/sheet sizes to 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (18.9 x 24.0 cm), unmatted, unframed. Condition: Minor wear at corners, subtle silvering at edges. Provenance: A Connecticut estate. N.B. George Platt Lynes is recognized today as a master of 20th century photography, influencing artists such as Robert Mapplethorpe and Herb Ritts. Though Lynes was commercially successful in New York fashion and portrait photography, his art practice is largely characterized today by his remarkable photographs of nude men, from the 1930s until his death in 1955. Using inventive lighting, posing, and cropping techniques within his carefully staged studio settings, he was able to visually translate both the physical and psychological nuances of his subjects (biography from http://www.robertmillergallery.com/george-platt-lynes-c1f6c, accessed 12/5/2018). Estimate $1,500-2,500 Subtle brown discoloration to lower half of left and right edges. Sheets very gently curled. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.