Lot 56: Henry Kissinger and Basha Rudin by 'the king of paparazzi' Ron Galella

GALELLA, Ron (American 1931). Henry Kissinger and Basha Rudin at the Karen Horney Clinic dinner Honoring Abe Ribicoff at Pierre Hotel, New York, 1982. Vintage gelatin silver print, with photographer's copyright stamp 'Photography with the paparazzi... © 1982 Ron Galella, all rights reserved...' (on the reverse), with typed text 'Nov. 20, 1982: It looks like six years out of the office hasn't dimmed Former Secretary of State, Henry Kissinger's legendary allure. At least it certainly seemed like Henry and Basha Rudin, the wife of real estate tycoon, Lew Rudin, had eyes only for each other. The two appeared at the Pierre Hotel to honor Ex-Senator, Abe Ribicoff at Karen Horney Clinic dinner. But not to worry - both Henry's wife Nancy and Basha's husband were close by.' (on an original label mounted on the reverse). Minor imperfections to the edges and several small, light creases, good condition.

25.4 x 20.4 cm.