Set of three photographs: - Lot 233

Set of three photographs: Willy RIZZO (1928-2013) Leslie Philipps kisses Elsa Martinelli's hand Silver prints On the back, photographer's stamp, handwritten notes and London Express News stamp Average size: 27.6 cm x 19.3 cm (the three photographs are not all exactly the same size) Sold as is, slight folds Note: This set of three silver prints by Willy Rizzo is a rare and beguiling testament to the timeless elegance of twentieth-century cinema and press photography. Through these images, Rizzo captures with remarkable sensitivity the intimacy, spontaneity and glamour of the personalities he frequents, here embodied by the grace of Elsa Martinelli and the charm of Leslie Philips. A key photographer from the 1950s to the 1970s, Willy Rizzo established himself as one of the great visual chroniclers of his era, combining a journalistic eye with a sophisticated aesthetic. His images, both natural and staged, reveal a rare closeness to his subjects, offering viewers privileged access to moments of authenticity and seduction. Backstamps, handwritten annotations and press releases attest to the editorial use of these prints, reinforcing their documentary and historical value. Despite the slight marks of time, these photographs retain all their visual strength and evocative power. Intended for discerning collectors and lovers of cinematographic iconography alike, this set stands out for its coherence, provenance and the signature of a major artist. An opportunity to acquire an emblematic work, at the crossroads of art and cultural memory, where each image tells a story of style, passion and period.