Harry Benson | Beatles Pillow Fight George V Hotel Paris, edition of 35 | 1964

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Harry Benson, Beatles Pillow Fight George V Hotel Paris, edition of 35, 1964

Archival Pigment Photograph, 30 x 30 inches / 40 1/8 x 40 3/8 inches framed (+$650 frame)

Harry Benson’s self-described “one photograph” is Beatles’ Pillow Fight from 1964 at the Hotel George V in Paris. In this instance, Benson was not only privileged to be working with The Beatles, but lucky enough to be with the legendary band when they received the news that their song “I Want to Hold Your Hand” went to number one on the charts in the United States. Before he knew it, Benson was artfully photographing a pillow fight. He was snapping away at their celebratory play fighting, catching the signature shot of Paul McCartney swinging a pillow at John Lennon while Ringo Starr jumps on top of George Harrison. Benson says about his work with The Beatles, “Some assignments I feel I could go back and improve on, but not The Beatles, I don’t think I could have bettered it.” He then says about Beatles’ Pillow Fight in particular, “With most of my pictures I think I could have done better, but this was the perfect moment, it won’t happen again. I got it.” During this particular time in 1964, The Beatles were still fresh, new, and working well together creating the perfect chance for Benson to capture them at their height. Benson’s timing was impeccably placed to capture Paul McCartney’s swing after Benson’s subtle suggestion led the way for an intimate and playful portrayal of the legendary band. Benson recalls processing the negatives in the bathroom of the George V and putting the negatives in his suitcase, never realizing their historic and cultural importance.

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Gabriel Delgado, Healing of Mankind, 2023

Acrylic and mixed media on canvas, 72 x 72 in.

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Taher Jaoui, Anthropoid VII, 2024

Mixed media on canvas, 57 x 49 1/8 in.

"Anthropoid VII" (2024) by Taher Jaoui is a visually striking mixed-media painting on canvas, measuring 57 x 49 1/8 inches. This dynamic composition merges gestural abstraction, expressive mark-making, and figurative elements, creating a layered and vibrant visual narrative. Featuring bold primary colors, intricate scribbles, and structured yet chaotic forms, this piece captures themes of identity, transformation, and subconscious storytelling. Jaoui’s signature blend of abstract expressionism, street art influences, and conceptual layering results in a compelling contemporary artwork that commands attention. Available exclusively at Sponder Gallery, Anthropoid VII is an ideal investment for collectors, designers, and contemporary art enthusiasts seeking a museum-quality statement piece. Taher Jaoui, contemporary abstract painting, modern abstract art, mixed media on canvas, large-scale painting, figurative abstraction, expressionist painting, bold color palette, fine art gallery, Sponder Gallery, art for collectors, luxury contemporary artwork, statement piece for interior design.

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Artwork Details

Title: Anthropoid VII
Artist: Taher Jaoui
Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas
Size: 57 x 49 1/8 in.
Year: 2024
Signature: Signed by the artist

Artwork Description

Anthropoid VII (2024) by Taher Jaoui is a bold and expressive mixed-media painting on canvas, exemplifying the artist’s mastery of gestural abstraction, dynamic color contrasts, and conceptual layering. This striking composition features bold primary colors, intricate scribbles, and abstract figurative elements, creating a structured yet chaotic visual language that explores themes of identity, transformation, and subconscious storytelling.

Jaoui’s signature style blends abstract expressionism, street art influences, and symbolic mark-making, making Anthropoid VII a highly engaging work of art. The composition’s rhythmic brushwork, vibrant hues, and cryptic inscriptions create a compelling dialogue between emotion and structure, making it an exceptional statement piece for collectors, designers, and contemporary art investors.

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