Photography
Photography, much more than a simple capture of reality, is a form of light writing—a timeless testimony that transcends eras. At Libert & Associés, this specialty celebrates this powerful visual art form, capable of telling a story, evoking emotion, or freezing a moment in time.
From the pioneers of the 19th century to the great masters of the 20th and 21st centuries, our auctions showcase a wide range of styles and eras: film photography, vintage prints, modern prints, and contemporary photography. Iconic names such as Man Ray, Robert Doisneau, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Helmut Newton, Irving Penn, Ansel Adams, and Richard Avedon stand alongside innovative contemporary artists who bear witness to our times.
Each auction is a unique opportunity to discover rare prints, original prints, and iconic series that define the richness of this art form. Some iconic photographs have found buyers under our gavel, a testament to collectors’ trust and the expertise of our specialists.
Photography is also a dynamic and demanding market, where authenticity, provenance, and condition play a central role. At Libert & Associés, every photograph is carefully appraised, precisely cataloged, and passionately showcased to ensure a transparent and enriching experience for both sellers and buyers.
Whether it is a historical image, an iconic portrait, an abstract composition, or a bold contemporary series, each photograph is a window into a unique artistic vision.
“To photograph is to align the mind, the eye, and the heart.”
— Henri Cartier-Bresson
Great Auctions
143 - DOISNEAU Robert (1912-1994) Alberto Giacometti dans son atelier, 1951. Tirage argentique postérieur signé en bas à droite. Bibliographie : Robert Doisneau Portraits Fondation Nationale de la Photographie, Lyon, 1982, pl. 7. 26,2 x 20,5 cm 7.000 / 8.000 F 1.060 / 1.200 E
52 - BOUCHER Pierre (1908-2000) Nu aux mains, 1938. Tirage argentique ca. 1950. Tampon et date au dos. Bibliographie : Boucher photographie, Ed. Contrejour, 1988. p45. 23,3 x 17,7 cm 2.500 / 3.000 F 380 / 450 E
160 - DOISNEAU Robert (1912-1994) Le Baiser de l'Hôtel de Ville, 1950. Tirage argentique de 1989 signé, réalisé par Georges Fèvre. Tirage original non recadré, exceptionnel dans ce format. 34,5 x 38,2 cm 60.000 / 80.000 F 9.100 / 12.100 E
284 - BOURDIN Guy (1933-1991) “Les robes drapées de Madame Grès”, 1976. Tirage argentique d'époque identifié et daté au dos. Image parue dans “Vogue/France” en mars 1976, p. 148-149. 20 x 31,6 cm Bibliographie : Nancy Hall-Duncan “Histoire de la photographie de mode”, Ed. Chêne1978, p 188 (reproduction inversée). 2.500 / 3.000 €