GTSA-24-0236A "Capri Tan - Slide", Slim Aarons, January 1 1968

"Capri Tan," captured by Slim Aarons in January 1968 on a sunlit beach in Capri, Italy, embodies the effortless elegance of the Mediterranean jet-set lifestyle. This iconic photograph features a kneeling sunbather proudly displaying her rings and pendant, her bronzed skin glowing against the azure backdrop of the Tyrrhenian Sea, with the island’s rugged cliffs and vibrant ambiance enhancing the scene. The un-staged composition, showcasing the subject's poised yet relaxed demeanor, reflects the glamour and leisure of 1960s high society, evoking a timeless allure that continues to inspire those drawn to the sophistication of coastal luxury.

Slim Aarons, renowned for his evocative photographs of, as he described it, "attractive people doing attractive things in attractive places," was the quintessential chronicler of high society. After serving as a war photographer, Aarons turned his lens to a new landscape: the glamorous lives of Hollywood elites, Palm Beach socialites, and jet-setting debutantes and princes. His work for society publications captured an aspirational world of leisure and luxury that defined the American upper class throughout the mid-20th century, creating images that remain timeless symbols of sophistication and style.

The photograph is presented as a high-resolution scan of the photo's original photographic slide, complete with hand-lettered archival notations along the mount. Offered exclusively by Soicher Marin, this edition preserves the full character of the original format, transforming it into a striking piece of wall art that merges history, authenticity, and timeless style. More than a photograph, it is a curated artifact of American cultural glamour, bringing a refined yet playful sophistication to any well-appointed interior.

Every piece in our unique Slim Aarons collection is meticulously handcrafted using archival materials and printed on premium, luster photographic paper with environmentally safe inks, custom framed by skilled artisans who ensure that each work of art meets the exacting standards befitting such an iconic photograph.