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René Burri (b. Zürich 1933, d. s.p. 2014)

René Burri: An original b/w press photograph of the Argentinian born revolutionary leader Ernesto 'Che' Guevara (1928–1967) during his stay in Cuba in the early 1960s. Varnished surface. Back stamped 'Agencia de Informacion Nacional - Cuba'. Varnished surface. Furthermore inscribed 'René Burri' in red. Visible size 15×21 cm. Frame size 24×30 cm.

Not infrequently older photographs turn discoloured In the tropical belt due to the influence of long term extreme humidity. People sometimes seek to counteract this phenomenon by varnishing the surfaces of the photographs, either initially or later. Part of a collection of approx. 200 René Burri press or propaganda photographs, which were acquired in Cuba in the late 1990s.

Condition

This is an original b/w press photograph from the mid 1960s, which shows general signs of handling. Varnished surface, this presumably of a later date. Front and back have yellowed severely.

Auction

Paintings, furniture and varia, 10 June 2024

Category

Photos ▸ Vintage photographs

Estimate

2,000 DKK

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Price realised

14,500 DKK  

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