From March 28th to November 24th, 2024, visitors will have the exclusive opportunity to delve into the retrospective exhibition "Helmut Newton. Legacy."
Helmut Newton's exhibition in Venice
Curated by Matthias Harder, the esteemed Director of the Helmut Newton Foundation in Berlin, this remarkable exhibition commemorates the centennial birth anniversary of the photographer.
Showcasing a captivating ensemble of over 250 photographs, polaroids, and archival treasures, the display promises a profound exploration of Newton's inventive legacy.
Helmut Newton's exhibition in Venice
Nestled in the beautiful setting of the San Marco basin on the picturesque island of San Giorgio Maggiore, this exhibition not only celebrates Newton's distinctive and audacious style but also unveils a treasure trove of unpublished works that reveal intriguing, lesser-known aspects of the artist's diverse repertoire, offering fresh insights into his avant-garde approach to fashion photography.
The title of the exhibition already evokes the vast legacy left to posterity, inviting visitors to trace the steps of a twentieth-century icon on the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore.
This captivating exhibition delves into the career of a trailblazer in fashion, showcasing collaborations with renowned figures like Vogue magazine and legendary stylists including Yves Saint Laurent, Karl Lagerfeld, Thierry Mugler, and Chanel. Not only a pioneer in fashion photography, but also in revolutionizing the depiction of the female form, notably through his iconic Big Nudes.
Against the backdrop of Venice's unique charm, Newton's distinctive and daring style shines through each captivating shot, suspended between the serene waters and the vast Venetian skies.