Karl Lagerfeld retrospective opens at Galerie Gmurzynska

As the fashion industry continues to mourn the death of one of the most
famous and beloved designers in the world, Karl Lagerfeld, the genius
behind Chanel and Fendi, the world of art and photography is paying their
homage to him as well. Zürich-based Galerie Gmurzynska, which has showcased
Lagerfeld’s art for over two decades, has opened a new retrospective
dedicated to the designer’s photography. In addition to his amazing design
talents, Lagerfeld was also an acclaimed fashion photographer.

The new retrospective is titled “Homage to Karl Lagerfeld, 30 Years of
Photography”, and will be open through May. The exhibit features a total of
50 works from Karl Lagerfeld. The designer first showcased his photography
at the Galerie Gmurzynska in 1996.

“Since our first exhibition in 1996, Karl has continuously and fearlessly
explored the avant-garde of photographic processes; combining his
compositional eye with his keen interest in the lost histories of the
medium,” Galerie Gmurzynska said in a statement. “His deep knowledge of art
history has always been clearly illustrated in fresh ways throughout his
œuvre, while creating his own unique processes that will continue their
influence on photography and art in general.”

photos: Galerie Gmurzynska