Aarons, Slim Square Framed Art

"Pussyfooting," captured by Slim Aarons on January 1, 1958, along the sunlit shores of Jamaica, evokes the carefree elegance of tropical leisure. This enchanting photograph portrays actress Dee Hartford, wife of film producer Howard Hawks, savoring a Pussyfoot—a vibrant blend of Jamaican fruit juices—her poised silhouette framed by the shimmering sea and lush island backdrop. The scene captures the heart of 1950s jet-set glamour, weaving relaxed sophistication with exotic allure, evoking a timeless romance that continues to enchant lovers of coastal charm and refined indulgence. Slim Aarons (1916–2006), born George Allen Aarons, rose from humble origins and World War II combat photography to become a celebrated chronicler of the elite, vowing post-war to photograph only "attractive people doing attractive things in attractive places," with his works gracing magazines like Town & Country and now preserved in the Getty Images archive. This exquisite reproduction from Soicher Marin is printed on premium luster photo paper using state-of-the-art techniques, ensuring vibrant colors, sharp details, and enduring quality that brings a touch of mid-century sophistication to any space.

"Snowmass Picnic," captured by Slim Aarons in January 1967 amid the pristine slopes of Snowmass-at-Aspen, Colorado, evokes the joyous camaraderie of alpine high society. This enchanting photograph portrays a stand-up fondue picnic for skiers, with hot food elegantly helicoptered in by Holiday magazine, where notable guests like Howard Head of the Head Ski Company, IBM president Thomas Watson Jr. and his wife Olive, Norwegian Olympic skier Stein Eriksen, and restaurateur Armando Orsini gather in the fresh snowfields, their laughter and stylish winter attire harmonizing with the vast trails of the newly opened village. The scene captures the heart of 1960s winter leisure, weaving adventurous spirit with refined indulgence, evoking a timeless romance that continues to enchant lovers of snowy escapades and sophisticated gatherings. Slim Aarons (1916–2006), born George Allen Aarons, rose from humble origins and World War II combat photography to become a celebrated chronicler of the elite, vowing post-war to photograph only "attractive people doing attractive things in attractive places," with his works gracing magazines like Town & Country and now preserved in the Getty Images archive. This exquisite reproduction from Soicher Marin is printed on premium luster photo paper using state-of-the-art techniques, ensuring vibrant colors, sharp details, and enduring quality that brings a touch of mid-century sophistication to any space.

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Premium rates apply. Young Women by the Canellopoulos penthouse pool, Athens, July 1961. George 'Slim' Aarons, a WWII army photographer, returned from the war with a mission of this own: to photograph "attractive people doing attractive things in attractive places". From 1947 to 1993, on assignment for holiday, life, vogue, and town and country, he traveled the world documenting the rich and famous at home and play. Slim's iconic photographs, the best of which are gathered here, provide a rare glimpse into a golden age of wealth, privilege, beauty, and leisure.

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This enchanting photograph captures an elegant garden party in Miami, Florida, in 1970. The image epitomizes the sophisticated social culture that defined Miami's transformation from tropical retreat to international playground during the early 1970s. Set against the lush backdrop of South Florida's perennial paradise, this photograph showcases the refined outdoor entertaining that became synonymous with Miami's emerging status as a cosmopolitan destination. The scene captures the essence of post-war American prosperity and the relaxed elegance that characterized the era's leisure class, when Miami began attracting not just seasonal visitors but year-round residents who appreciated the city's unique blend of tropical luxury and Continental sophistication. This photograph represents the golden age of American garden parties, where impeccable style met subtropical splendor, creating an atmosphere of effortless glamour that would define Miami's social landscape for generations to come. 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. 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.

"Palm Beach Pastels," captured by Slim Aarons in January 1959 at a sunlit estate in Palm Beach, Florida, radiates the serene elegance of mid-century leisure. This enchanting photograph portrays socialite Alice Topping reclining gracefully by a shimmering pool, her pastel attire and relaxed pose bathed in golden sunlight, with lush palm trees and the tranquil ambiance of the luxurious setting enhancing the scene’s timeless allure. The composition captures the heart of 1950s high society, weaving effortless sophistication with coastal charm, evoking a romantic nostalgia that continues to captivate lovers of refined glamour. Slim Aarons (1916–2006), born George Allen Aarons, rose from humble origins and World War II combat photography to become a celebrated chronicler of the elite, vowing post-war to photograph only "attractive people doing attractive things in attractive places," with his works gracing magazines like Town & Country and now preserved in the Getty Images archive. This exquisite reproduction from Soicher Marin is printed on premium luster photo paper using state-of-the-art techniques, ensuring vibrant colors, sharp details, and enduring quality that brings a touch of mid-century sophistication to any space.

This charming photograph captures the quintessential elegance of Sunday brunch at Brennan's restaurant, New Orleans during the golden age of the establishment's storied history. Brennan's was founded in 1946 by Owen Brennan, an Irish-American restaurateur and New Orleans native, and by 1960 had established itself as one of the French Quarter's most prestigious dining destinations. Originally called the Vieux Carré restaurant and located on Bourbon Street across from the Old Absinthe House until 1956 when it moved to its current location at 417 Royal Street, constructed in 1795, a two-story French Quarter mansion that was built for Don José Faurie and later housed the Banque de la Louisiane, the first bank in Louisiana. This intimate scene exemplifies the sophisticated Southern hospitality and Creole dining culture that made Brennan's famous for creating culinary legends like Bananas Foster in 1951, establishing the restaurant as an essential destination for discerning diners seeking authentic New Orleans refinement and charm. 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. 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.

"Holiday Hair Check," captured by Slim Aarons on January 1, 1958, in Palm Beach, Florida, exudes the playful elegance of mid-century high society. This charming photograph features a stylish woman adjusting her hair in a mirror, her vibrant attire and poised demeanor set against the backdrop of a luxurious Palm Beach estate, with lush tropical surroundings and soft sunlight enhancing the scene’s relaxed glamour. The un-staged composition captures the intimate, carefree moments of 1950s leisure, reflecting the era’s sophisticated yet lighthearted lifestyle, evoking a timeless allure that continues to captivate admirers of vintage charm and refined aesthetics. Slim Aarons (1916–2006), born George Allen Aarons, rose from humble origins and World War II combat photography to become a celebrated chronicler of the elite, vowing post-war to photograph only "attractive people doing attractive things in attractive places," with his works gracing magazines like Town & Country and now preserved in the Getty Images archive. This exquisite reproduction from Soicher Marin is printed on premium luster photo paper using state-of-the-art techniques, ensuring vibrant colors, sharp details, and enduring quality that brings a touch of mid-century sophistication to any space.

Artisan handcrafted molding. Imported from Europe.