Capri Holiday, 1958

PHOTOGRAPHER: SLIM AARONS

Photographed in Capri, Italy, in 1958, Capri Holiday by Slim Aarons captures an idyllic moment of Mediterranean leisure, as two swimmers float in the crystal-clear waters off the island's rocky coastline, with a solitary white rowboat resting nearby.

Shot from a dramatic elevated vantage point, the photograph transforms a simple summer scene into an almost abstract composition of color, light, and movement. The deep sapphire blue of the Mediterranean gives way to luminous turquoise shallows, revealing the textured seabed beneath the surface. The swimmers' outstretched bodies and the elegant silhouette of the white boat create a striking geometric balance, while the play of sunlight on the water lends the image an almost painterly quality.

During the 1950s, Capri was a favored retreat for artists, Hollywood stars, and international society, celebrated for its dramatic landscapes and effortless Italian glamour. Through Aarons' distinctive eye, Capri Holiday captures the freedom and intimacy of a Mediterranean summer, offering a quieter, more contemplative interpretation of la dolce vita. Both visually striking and evocative of its era, the photograph celebrates the timeless beauty of the Italian coast and the simple pleasures of life by the sea.

C-Type Print
Limited edition of 150
Estate stamped, hand numbered, with an embossed Slim Aarons signature stamp
Printed in London, with preparation managed through the Getty Images Hulton Archive
Supplied with a certificate of authenticity and an information label carrying the title, date, caption and Getty Images ID

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