Sam Haskins

70's Face in Shadow, 1975

Name: 70s Face in Shadow, 1975 by Sam Haskins | LIGHTWORKS Gallery Sydney
Brand: Sam Haskins
SKU: 41001854402633
Price: 6300.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

70's Face in Shadow, 1975

$6,300.00 AUD

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Vintage silver gelatin print, c1975

In 70’s Face in Shadow, Sam Haskins transforms a close-up portrait into a study of light, movement and mystery. A woman’s face emerges from deep blackness, partly obscured by soft, blurred forms. One sharply defined eye anchors the composition, while the surrounding shadows create a sense of motion and psychological tension. Made in 1975, the image reflects Haskins’ experimental approach to fashion and portrait photography, where beauty is suggested rather than fully revealed.

Haskins did all his printing for his creative work with a handful of exceptions. He also passed away (2009) with only 2.5% of his archive signed. The Haskins Archive is characterised by a broad creative range, including many iconic works. Still, there is only a very small number of silver gelatin prints for each image (typically 1-3 copies, sometimes a few more), so signed works are especially rare. Sam Haskins built his reputation on his legendary books, which meant he originally printed to make maquettes (4 for each 60’s title) for presentation to publishers, not to produce stock for the print market. In other words, Sam Haskins silver gelatine are organically hyper-limited, there are no ‘editions’ of his vintage black and white work.

SIZE

41.00 x 30.35 cm (16.14 x 11.40 in) | Image 35.70 x 25.30 cm (14.05 x 9.96 in)

RARITY NOTE

There are an additional 14 Vintage Prints in existence.

PROVENANCE

This Sam Haskins work is sourced directly from The Sam Haskins Estate which is run by the artist’s son. Born in 1955, Ludwig provides a living link with the entire history of Sam’s career.