Lisa Fonssagrives
Model for high fashion and photography
Born
May 17th, 1911
113 years ago
Died
1992
33 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Sweden
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Born in Sweden, a prominent model emerged during the mid-20th century, gaining recognition for work in high fashion. Collaborated with influential photographers such as Richard Avedon and Irving Penn, achieving iconic status in the fashion world. Played a significant role in the popularization of editorial fashion photography while modeling for Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, contributing to the evolution of modeling as a profession. Later, ventured into the world of fine art and became involved in photography, showcasing original perspectives and techniques.
First model to appear on the cover of Vogue
Pioneered editorial fashion photography
Worked with renowned photographers
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