Chris von Wangenheim was a German fashion photographer known for his provocative, edgy, and glamorous imagery during the 1970s. His work appeared in top fashion magazines like Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and Interview, and he frequently collaborated with models such as Gia Carangi, Donna Jordan, and Anjelica Huston.
Blending high fashion with themes of danger, sexuality, and rebellion, his style helped define the bold aesthetic of the era. Tragically, his life was cut short in a car accident in 1981 at the age of 39. Explore these stunning portraits from his iconic 1970s fashion photography.
Benedetta Barzini, photo by Chris von Wangenheim, Vogue Italia, March 1970
Donna Mitchell, photo by Chris von Wangenheim, Vogue Italia, September 1970
Donna Mitchell, photo by Chris von Wangenheim, Vogue Italia, September 1970
Sophia Loren, photo by Chris von Wangenheim, Harper’s Bazaar, December 1970
Ballerinas Gelsey Kirkland and Judith Fugate, photo by Chris von Wangenheim, Harper’s Bazaar, December 1970
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