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Robert Michael Mapplethorpe ( / ˈmeɪpəlˌθɔːrp / MAY-pəl-thorp; November 4, 1946 – March 9, 1989) was an American photographer, best known for his black-and-white photographs. His work featured an array of subjects, including celebrity portraits, male and female nudes, self-portraits, and still-life images.
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Explore the life and work of Robert Mapplethorpe, a pioneer of black-and-white photography who captured iconic figures in the art and music world. Learn about his relationship with Patti Smith, his artistic influences, his AIDS activism and his legacy through the Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation.
Nov 1, 2016 · Explore the works, exhibitions, and publications of Robert Mapplethorpe, a influential and controversial artist who captured portraits, flowers, and erotic images. Learn about his life, influences, and legacy at MoMA.
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Learn about Robert Mapplethorpe, a controversial artist who captured portraits, nudes, and S&M scenes in black-and-white. Explore his biography, artworks, events, and auction prices on Artnet.
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May 22, 2024 · Robert Mapplethorpe (born Nov. 4, 1946, New York, N.Y., U.S.—died March 9, 1989, Boston, Mass.) was an American photographer who was noted for austere photographs of flowers, celebrities, and male nudes; among the latter were some that proved controversial because of their explicitly homoerotic and sadomasochistic themes.
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A major retrospective of the influential photographer's work from the 1970s to the 1990s, featuring portraits, nudes, still lifes, and the X Portfolio. Explore his studio practice, legacy, and cultural impact through courses, tours, and a performance by Patti Smith.
