"Niki Lauda Pirelli's Calendar, Monaco 1985" 16x20 Vintage Silver Gelatin Print by Helmut Newton.
Shot in Monaco in 1985 for the iconic Pirelli Calendar, this striking Helmut Newton composition pairs Formula 1 legend Niki Lauda with Newton’s signature mix of glamour, power, and staged intensity. A rare behind-the-scenes moment rendered with dramatic contrast, mechanical precision, and Newton’s unmistakable eye for tension.
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Created for the 1985 Pirelli Calendar, this Helmut Newton photograph captures an unexpected meeting point between motorsport and fashion — a juxtaposition only Newton could elevate into high art. Formula 1 champion Niki Lauda, masked and poised beside his race car, stands in stark
Collect Helmut Newton’s rare portrait of Niki Lauda from the 1985 Pirelli Calendar. A striking 16×20 vintage silver gelatin print capturing Monaco’s glamour, power, and Newton’s iconic style.
to the relaxed elegance of the model in the foreground.
The composition is quintessential Newton:
• bold contrasts of power and vulnerability
• cinematic staging
• geometric precision
• and an undercurrent of tension that transforms a simple pit-lane moment into a charged visual narrative.
The 16×20 silver gelatin format highlights Newton’s mastery of light and structure, preserving every detail with tonal richness and depth. A standout piece for collectors of Newton’s automotive, fashion, or celebrity-driven work.