Leni Riefenstahl
1936
Pole vaulter at Berlin Olympics, with U.S.A. emblazoned on his jersey

Silver print
8 3/4 x 10 1/2 in (22.2 x 26.6 cm)
 
Swann Galleries - New York
Courtesy of Swann Galleries (Auction, Oct 15, 2007, #2124, Lot 102)
 
Double tipped to the original mount with penciled notations, in an unidentified hand, on mount verso.
 
From the family of Rolph Lantin. Under the direction of Riefenstahl, Lantin made a number of views of athletes at the Berlin Olympics, all of which are attributed to her.
 
LL/23168