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Yousuf Karsh, master photographer of the 20th century

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Jasper Johns

Jasper Johns

1990

“He did not even have one of his signature American flag canvases in his midtown Manhattan apartment, so his assistant hurried to borrow one from his friend, premier art expert and dealer Leo Castelli. While I did photograph him with his painting as background, I found the penetrating intelligence of his face, alone, more of a challenge.”

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  • Jasper Johns

    Jasper Johns

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15236
Dec 7 1990

Jasper Johns

For “American Legends” series East/West Network
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