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Killian, Hannes
(1909-1999)Im Prater, Wien

Aus dem Katalog
Fotografie des 19. – 21. Jahrhunderts
Auktionsdatum 5.6.2024

"Im Prater, Wien". 1940. Gelatin silver print. 17,5 x 12,6 cm. Titled and dated in pencil as well as photographer's copyright and archive stamp on the verso.

Hannes Kilian, renowned for his photographic documentation of ballet performances, demonstrated a remarkable ability to capture the essence of movement within static images. His work spans over half a century of European and German history, encompassing pivotal moments from the World Exhibition in Paris 1937 to post-war reconstruction in Germany. Kilian's extensive portfolio was featured in esteemed publications like TIME Magazine and Spiegel. – Some light scuff marks and handling creases, otherwise in very good condition.