Robert Lebeck

German photographer and journalist with award-winning work

Robert Lebeck - German photographer and journalist with award-winning work
Born

1929
96 years ago

Died

June 14th, 2014
10 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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A prominent German photographer and journalist, contribution spanned several decades. Worked as a photojournalist for various publications, capturing significant events and everyday life. Gained recognition for documenting post-World War II Germany and conflicts in the Middle East. Established a reputation for blending photojournalism with artistic expression.

Documented post-World War II Germany

Covered conflicts in the Middle East

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