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Film Photography
Marlene Dietrich in Las Vegas

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Fotografie des 19. – 21. Jahrhunderts
Auktionsdatum 5.6.2024

Photographer: John Engstead (1909-1984). Marlene Dietrich in Las Vegas. 1957. Gelatin silver print. 25,2 x 20,3 cm. Titled "Marlene Dietrich" in red pencil on verso; photographer's copyright stamp, "Yvonne M Spiegelberg" stamp,"Brigitte" stamp as well as "Archiv Lebeck" sticker on verso.

John Engstead's photographs of Marlene Dietrich in Las Vegas capture the pinnacle of her reinvention as she dazzled audiences with her cabaret act at the Sahara Hotel marking the beginning of a new chapter in her illustrious career. Adorned in Jean Louis's iconic "nude" gowns, Dietrich's stage presence exuded an irresistible allure, with the gowns practically sewn onto her figure for a flawless silhouette. Renowned among her ensembles was her famous long stole made of fine swan's down, adding an extra touch of luxury and sophistication to her performances. – Some handling creases, corners slightly bumped, otherwise in good condition.