Jacques Benaroch
Gainsbourg chez Castel
1974
Photography
60 × 50 × 1 cm
Ed. 11/30
Location: Biarritz, France
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806096073
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About the artwork
This iconic black-and-white photograph shows artist Serge Gainsbourg leaning back at his piano, smoking a cigarette and gazing into the distance. Through his lens, the artist captures an intimate, everyday scene, underscored by the pensive gaze of his subject. The frame and lighting emphasize the contrasts between light and dark, highlighting the complexity of the figure. The background features a large window, evoking an urban, industrial world that contrasts with the sophistication of Serge Gainsbourg's costume. The artist seems to be looking for inspiration, captured on the spot.
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The intimate, melancholy character of the photographed scene contrasts with the public image of this flamboyant, provocative figure.
About the artist
Born in 1962, Jacques Benaroch is a renowned French photographer. He began his career in the 1970s, immortalizing concerts by the Rolling Stones and David Bowie. He then moved into the world of fashion, developing a glamorous aesthetic, and produced numerous portraits of celebrities. He has exhibited in prestigious galleries, such as the Galerie Blumann in Paris in March 2011 for the "Legendary Portraits" exhibition, and participated in international art fairs, such as Fotofever in November 2014. He has collaborated in numerous publications. He is renowned for his ability to create sensitive, striking portraits, recognized for their strength in black and white.
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