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  1. Robert Michael Mapplethorpe ( / ˈmeɪpəlˌθɔːrp / MAY-pəl-thorp; November 4, 1946 – March 9, 1989) was an American photographer, best known for his black-and-white photographs. His work featured an array of subjects, including celebrity portraits, male and female nudes, self-portraits, and still-life images.

    • Patricia Morrisroe
    • 1995
  2. Explore the life and work of Robert Mapplethorpe, a pioneer of black-and-white photography who captured iconic figures in the art and music world. Learn about his relationship with Patti Smith, his artistic influences, his AIDS activism and his legacy through the Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation.

  3. Learn about Robert Mapplethorpe, an American photographer who captured portraits, nudes, and S&M scenes in black-and-white. Explore his artworks, exhibitions, and news on Artnet, a platform for buying and selling art.

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  4. Nov 1, 2016 · Explore the life and work of Robert Mapplethorpe, a pioneer of contemporary photography and a key figure in the New York art scene. See his portraits, self-portraits, and erotic images, as well as his collaborations with Patti Smith and other artists.

  5. Learn about Robert Mapplethorpe, an American photographer who revolutionized art photography with his erotic and sculptural images of nudes, flowers, and celebrities. Explore his life, achievements, controversies, and legacy in this comprehensive article.

    • American
    • November 4, 1946
    • Floral Park, New York
    • March 9, 1989
  6. Mar 29, 2016 · Robert Mapplethorpe's X-Rated Photographs Changed Culture Forever. We spoke to the filmmakers behind 'Mapplethorpe: Look at the Pictures,' a new HBO documentary about the photographer who died...

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  8. Jul 18, 2024 · Robert Mapplethorpe (born Nov. 4, 1946, New York, N.Y., U.S.—died March 9, 1989, Boston, Mass.) was an American photographer who was noted for austere photographs of flowers, celebrities, and male nudes; among the latter were some that proved controversial because of their explicitly homoerotic and sadomasochistic themes.

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