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Irving Penn

1917–2009

In Tate Britain

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2 artworks by Irving Penn
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Biography

Irving Penn (June 16, 1917 – October 7, 2009) was an American photographer known for his fashion photography, portraits, and still lifes. Penn's career included work at Vogue magazine, and independent advertising work for clients including Issey Miyake and Clinique. His work has been exhibited internationally and continues to inform the art of photography.

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  • Red Apples, New York

    Irving Penn
    1985
  • Yellow Apples, New York

    Irving Penn
    1985
  • Three Rissani Women with Bread, Morocco

    Irving Penn
    1971, printed later
  • New York Still Life

    Irving Penn
    1947, printed 1978
  • Man with Pink Face, New Guinea

    Irving Penn
    1970, printed 1978
  • Colette, Paris

    Irving Penn
    1960, printed 1976
  • Young Cricketer (Adam Roundtree), London

    Irving Penn
    1950, later print
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  • Cleaning Women, London

    Irving Penn
    1950, printed 1976
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