Bruce Silverstein~ Constantin Brancusi: The Photographs,~A Special on line edition. Details below.

 

Coinciding with the Museum of Modern Art’s forthcoming exhibition Brancusi: The Artist and His Studio, Bruce Silverstein presents more than 30 rare vintage photographs that Constantin Brâncuși himself took and printed, spanning nearly the full range of his photographic practice: individual sculptures, groupes mobiles, studio views, self-portraits, and still lifes of natural forms, including flowers. Photography was never secondary to Brâncuși’s sculpture. As he produced fewer new sculptural forms, the camera became an increasingly important outlet for his creative energy—a means of documenting the continually changing installation of his studio, studying individual sculptures and natural forms, and transforming what he saw there. Photography allowed him to make permanent effects that were otherwise fleeting: the passage of light across polished bronze, cast shadow, reflection, glare, silhouette, negative space, and the shifting relationship between one form and another. Within the photograph, these elements became as deliberate as mass, material, and form. The studio itself developed into an evolving, organic installation in which sculptures, bases, furniture, light, and space were continually reconsidered. These relationships became so important that Brâncuși ultimately left the contents of his studio to the French state with provisions for its reconstruction. His photographic archive was extensive, yet relatively few prints left his possession during his lifetime, making surviving examples in private hands exceptionally rare. Those that did leave the studio often passed directly to family, friends, and members of his artistic circle. Works in this presentation include examples from James Johnson Sweeney, the influential museum curator and director; John Constantin Brâncuși Moore, Brâncuși’s own son; and Marthe Lebherz, a dancer and close companion of the artist. Taken together, the presentation offers an unusually complete view of Brâncuși’s photographic achievement and of photography’s central role in how he composed, reconsidered, documented, and ultimately preserved his sculptural world. Enter Viewing Room UPCOMING ART FAIR

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Phillips New York Auction October, 8, 2026 feature a promeninent MiddelEaster collectors photographic collection of work.

Notable photographers in this October auction in NYC,  include Ansel Adams, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Irving Penn, May Ray, and Hiroshi Sugimoto. If your into outstanding collectible images view the link to the preview below. Phillips sees collectable  photography as a growing market. Read below. 

 

 

PHILLIPS’ OCTOBER PHOTOGRAPHS SALE TO SHOWCASE THE CONVERGENCE OF LUXURY AND PHOTOGRAPHY COLLECTING

 

New York Auction on 8 October to Feature a Selection of Photographs from a Prominent Middle Eastern Watch Collector

 

Helmut Newton, Ansel Adams, Henri Cartier-Bresson, 

Irving Penn, Man Ray, and Hiroshi Sugimoto 

Among the Masters of Photography to be Included

 

 

 

– Phillips is pleased to announce the offering of 11 photographs from a prominent Middle Eastern collection in its October New York Photographs auction. Assembled with a discerning collector's eye across categories, the group reflects the growing convergence between luxury collecting and fine art photography, bringing together iconic works by some of the medium's most celebrated artists, including Helmut Newton, Irving Penn, Hiroshi Sugimoto, Edward Burtynsky, Ansel Adams, and Henri Cartier-Bresson. While best known for collecting exceptional watches, the consignor has assembled a carefully curated group of photographs that reflects the same appreciation for craftsmanship, rarity, and lasting cultural significance that drives today's most sophisticated luxury collectors. This consignment underscores an important trend at Phillips, where collecting categories are increasingly interconnected: in 2025, 25% of bidders in New York Luxury sales were Fine Art clients, while 37% of high-value photography lots were either purchased or underbid on by Luxury clients.

 

Led by Helmut Newton's Elsa Peretti as a Bunny, Costume by Halston, New York, the selection spans nearly a century of photographic practice — from Man Ray's Surrealist L'Enigme d'Isidore Ducasse to Sugimoto's celebrated seascapes and theater works. The works represent an important part of the seasonal Photographs auction on 8 October, the public exhibition of which will be open from 2–7 October at 432 Park Avenue.

 

Thomas Perazzi, Deputy Chairman and Head of Watches, Asia, and Sarah Krueger, Phillips’ International Specialist, Head of Department, Photographs, jointly said, “This collection reflects a trend we are seeing across the market, with collectors who have built important positions in luxury categories, such as watches, increasingly recognizing photography as a compelling market. At Phillips, we have seen strong demand for thoughtfully assembled, single-owner collections and for works by the most influential photographers of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. This group exemplifies both."

Mr. Rémy Julia, Advisor to the Consignor, said, “Like many collectors, the client behind this group has extended his passion for rare watches into other objects of exceptional craftsmanship, design, and cultural significance.  Photography was a natural extension of those interests.  This collection speaks to the growing dialogue across collecting categories and to photography’s evolution as one of the most established fields within the broader art market.”

 

This offering comes as demand for exceptional photographic works continues to grow, with buyers increasingly focused on rarity, provenance, and quality. Phillips has seen this momentum firsthand, and has long been at the forefront of the photography market, cultivating a dedicated global collector base through its seasonal auctions and single-owner collections. In 2025, the company’s dedicated photography auction sales saw a 16% increase year-on-year, underscoring its leadership in the category.

As Phillips marks its 230th anniversary in 2026, the house celebrates more than two centuries at the forefront of the global market for Modern & Contemporary Art, Design, and Luxury. Founded in 1796 by the charismatic auctioneer Harry Phillips, the company has, since its earliest days, offered a distinct and forward-looking approach to sales and collecting. Over the centuries, Phillips has delivered record-breaking results and landmark offerings, while also

pioneering new modes of collecting via the likes of Dropshop. Through its partnership with Bacs & Russo, Phillips

continues to lead the industry in watches, setting new benchmarks for excellence, innovation, and connoisseurship.

Today, Phillips remains true to the entrepreneurial spirit of its founder while redefining the role of a 21st century

auction house.

Auction: 8 October 2026

Auction viewing: 2-7 October 2026

Location: 432 Park Avenue, New York, NY

Click here for more information: https://www.phillips.com/auction/NY040326/overview

ABOUT PHILLIPS

Phillips: where the world’s curious and bold connect with the art, design, and luxury that inspires them. As a leading

global platform for buying and selling 20th and 21st century works, Phillips offers dedicated expertise in the areas of

Modern and Contemporary Art, Design, Photographs, Editions, Watches, and Jewels. Auctions and exhibitions are

primarily held in New York, London, Geneva, and Hong Kong, with representative offices based throughout Europe,

the United States, and Asia. Phillips offers a regular selection of live and online auctions, along with items available

for immediate purchase. Phillips also offers a range of services and advice on all aspects of collecting, including

private sales and assistance with appraisals, valuations, and financial planning.

Visit phillips.com for further information.

*Estimates do not include buyer’s premium; prices achieved include the hammer price plus buyer’s premium.

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