Peter Lindbergh

Peter Lindbergh

Peter Lindbergh (1944–2019) is considered one of the most influential photographic artists of his time and had a decisive impact on the visual culture of the late 20th century. His works are characterized by a minimalist visual language, often rendered in black and white, that emphasizes personality, presence, and authenticity.

At the center of his work is the human being, whom he portrays beyond idealized representations. With his consistent focus on naturalness and expression, he permanently transformed the aesthetics of fashion photography and became a defining influence for subsequent generations of artists.

Selected Exhibitions

2020 · Kunstpalast, Düsseldorf
2012 · CWC Gallery, Berlin
2009 · The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
2007 · CAMERA WORK Gallery, Berlin
2003 · CAMERA WORK Gallery, Hamburg
1997 · Hamburger Bahnhof, Berlin
1997 · CAMERA WORK Gallery, Berlin
1996 · Bunkamura Museum of Art, Tokyo
1985 · Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Collections

Centre Pompidou, Paris
Kunstpalast, Düsseldorf
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Awards

1997 · International Fashion Award, Best Photographer
1996 · Raymond Loewy Award
1995 · International Fashion Award, Best Photographer
1995 · Photokina Top Award

Publications

2007: »Images of Women«
2006: »Untitled 116«
2005: »Peter Lindbergh«
2002: »Peter Lindbergh. Stern – Invasion«, Issue 29
1999: »Ten Women«

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