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Mounted Print : JOHN UPDIKE (1932-2009). American author. Photograph by Michael Chikiris, c1970
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JOHN UPDIKE (1932-2009). American author. Photograph by Michael Chikiris, c1970
JOHN UPDIKE (1932-2009).
American author. Photograph by Michael Chikiris, c1970
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Media ID 7595601
1970 Author Cigarette Smoking Writer Updike
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Bring the literary world to your home with our exquisitely curated Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece features a rare photograph of the late American author, John Updike (1932-2009), taken by renowned photographer Michael Chikiris in the 1970s. The Granger Collection, New York / The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand has graciously granted us the rights to this stunning image. Add this unique and thought-provoking addition to your collection and celebrate the legacy of this brilliant author. Order your Mounted Photo today and let the stories of John Updike inspire you every day.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.2cm x 20.1cm (6" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of John Updike, one of America's most celebrated authors. Taken by Michael Chikiris around 1970, it showcases Updike in his late thirties, exuding an air of intellectualism and confidence. In this image, Updike is seen holding a cigarette between his fingers, a common sight during that era when smoking was more socially acceptable. The smoke gracefully swirls around him as he ponders over his next literary masterpiece. His piercing gaze suggests deep introspection and contemplation, revealing the mind of a brilliant writer at work. Updike's contribution to American literature cannot be overstated. With his keen observations on suburban life and intricate character portrayals, he captured the essence of middle-class America like no other author before him. His works often explored themes such as love, marriage, faith, and mortality with unparalleled depth and nuance. This photograph from the Carousel Collection serves as a poignant reminder of Updike's impact on American literature. It immortalizes him as not just an author but also as an embodiment of the spirit of mid-20th century America – confident yet introspective; rebellious yet deeply rooted in tradition. As we reflect upon John Updike's legacy through this evocative image by Michael Chikiris from The Granger Collection in New York City, we are reminded once again why he remains an iconic figure in American literary history.
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