Leni Riefenstahl
1936
U.S. High Jumper, 1936 Berlin Olympics

Gelatin silver print
8 ¥ x 10 ¥ in
 
Larry Gottheim, Be-hold, Inc
Courtesy of Larry Gottheim - Be-Hold (52 / 74)
 
Terrific view of the athlete at the height of his jump, with the Olympic flame behind. From the family of Rolph Lantin, who photographed in this Berlin Olympics under the direction of Leni Riefensthal. His work is often credited to her.
 
LL/31041