2418/​783

René Burri (b. Zürich 1933, d. s.p. 2014)

René Burri: An original b/w photograph of the Argentinian born revolutionary leader Ernesto 'Che' Guevara (1928–1967) during his stay in Cuba in the early 1960s. Varnished surface. Back stamped 'Agencia de Informacion Nacional - Cuba'. Oak wood frame and double glazing. Visible size 12.5×18 cm. Frame size 22×30 cm.

Not infrequently older photographs turn discoloured In the tropical belt due to the influence of long term extreme humidity. People sometimes seek to counteract this phenomenon by varnishing the surfaces of the photographs, either initially or later. Part of a collection of approx. 200 René Burri press or propaganda photographs, which were acquired in Cuba in the late 1990s.

Condition

This is an original b/w photograph from the mid 1960s, which has a yellowed and somewhat discoloured front and back. Furthermore creased corners. Varnishing probably of a later date.

Auction

Modern art and design, 30 April 2024

Category

Photos ▸ Vintage photographs

Estimate

2,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

3,800 DKK  

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