In 1963, the meeting with the producer Jacques Canetti led Nicolas Treatt to photograph the main musicians and performers of the Parisian scene. It was during this period that bonds of friendship were forged with Serge Gainsbourg, with whom he shared the same Russian culture. The latter then entrusted him with the illustration of his album “Confidentiel” (1964).
4.900€
Serge Gainsbourg
Unpublished photograph of Serge Gainsbourg by Nicolas Treatt (1963).
Edition of 10 copies.
Numbered, stamped, and signed by the beneficiary.
Large format print: 50 x 60 cm
Legendary photograph used for the cover of the album “Confidentiel” (1964).
Never printed by the photographer during his lifetime.
In 1963, the meeting with the producer Jacques Canetti led Nicolas Treatt to photograph the main musicians and performers of the Parisian scene. It was during this period that bonds of friendship were forged with Serge Gainsbourg, with whom he shared the same Russian culture. The latter then entrusted him with the illustration of his album “Confidentiel” (1964).
Recently discovered in the family archives, this photo has never been revealed.
The series from which it comes, reveals behind the scenes of the making of this major and minimalist album: from the intimacy of the composer to the work at home , to its recording in the studio.
Print on Canson Baryta Prestige II – 340 g
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