![]() ![]() GREETING CARD SHOP LOS ANGELES ARCHIVEHe left me the collection after his death from AIDS at a very young age." ~ Dimitri Levas, on his introduction to Bruce of Los Angeles and acquisition of the Archive photos offered in this auctionĭimitri Levas is best known for his work as Art Director and stylist for Robert Mapplethorpe, and as Set Designer for Bruce Weber. This was around the time I met Jimmy D, who held around half to three fourths of the Bruce Bellas estate. I would visit the loft and buy as many photographs as I could afford at the time. His photographs were the most inventive, often playful and at other times classical (the images I was personally most drawn to). I tried to collect as many images as I could that I thought were worthy of framing! He could have had a career as a legitimate" photographer had he not chosen the nude male physique as his subject matter – an illegal practice in his time. They had so many photographs by all the many different 'Guild' photographers, but I quickly recognized that Bruce's work was of the highest quality, technically as well as compositionally. "In New York back in the 80s, I would go to a little shop, a loft in the East Village called Physique Memorabilia. Please refer to the detail photos in the listing, and do not hesitate to inquire with any questions you may have pertaining to a specific lot or items within a lot. Condition issues we noted, primarily among prints on fiber-based paper, were minor edge wear and corner bends, and some with some undulation to the paper. ![]() ![]() We would consider them all to be in very good to good condition. Those with apparent significance have been noted and/or photographed.Ĭountry of Origin & Materials: American card stockĬondition: Items from the archives of Bruce Bellas were held in storage for years with minimal handling, and overall condition reflects that. Some lots in this auction have various handwritten notations on the photos/packaging. ![]() Markings: Each imprinted copyright Bruce of Los Angeles, 1986/Photoflex. Five poses are represented.ĭesigner & Manufacturer: Bruce Bellas (1909-1974), aka Bruce of Los Angeles (after) printed by Photoflex, New York Whatever the occasion, let Hallmark help you find just the right way to show you care.Lot is comprised of approximately five hundred bifold greeting cards from the archives of Bruce Bellas aka Bruce of Los Angeles. Hallmark also offers thinking of you, sympathy and get-well cards for when your friends or family need encouragement. Let us help you celebrate your loved ones’ wedding showers, baby showers, baptisms, new jobs, promotions, First Communions, confirmations and more. We proudly offer a variety of greeting cards and gifts for all of the major holidays like New Year’s, Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas, as well as other very special days like Boss’s Day, Nurse Appreciation Day, Rosh Hashanah, Grandparents Day, and more. We offer a wide selection of gifts for children and adults alike, including but not limited to home decor, chocolate and candy, jewelry, toys and stuffed animals-and we always have the perfect card for any occasion! Whether you’re looking for holiday greetings, celebrating a major milestone, or offering encouragement to a loved one in a time of need, we have something to suit your needs. Hallmark’s store locations in California are the ideal one-stop shop for all your birthday, holiday and everyday gift-giving and celebrations. ![]()
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