Nivea Frontal – Red glossy print on aluminium, from an original negative by Michael Joseph

Photograph by Michael Joseph

This striking reinterpretation transforms a quiet, intimate pose into a bold, contemporary statement through vivid colour saturation. Bathed in intense reds and magentas, the figure becomes almost sculptural, suspended between sensuality and abstraction. The high-contrast palette amplifies emotion and presence, while preserving the elegance and poise of the original composition. Both provocative and refined, the work bridges classic photographic study and modern pop-inflected expression.

Date of the photograph: 1970s
Medium: Aluminium print

A powerful small-format piece with strong visual impact, ideal for collectors drawn to colour-driven works.
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