Cortina d'Ampezzo, 1982

PHOTOGRAPHER: SLIM AARONS

Photographed in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, in 1982, Cortina d'Ampezzo by Slim Aarons captures a lively gathering of skiers and holidaymakers basking in the winter sunshine against the spectacular backdrop of the Italian Dolomites.

The dramatic, snow-dusted mountain peaks tower above a colorful scene of leisure, where visitors relax in striped deck chairs, socialize, and soak up the Alpine sun. The photograph's striking contrast between the monumental natural landscape and the vibrant activity below creates an almost theatrical composition, while the scattered bursts of red, yellow, and blue bring warmth and energy to the winter setting.

Known as the Queen of the Dolomites, Cortina d'Ampezzo became an international symbol of Alpine sophistication, particularly after hosting the 1956 Winter Olympics. A favored destination for European aristocracy, celebrities, and fashionable society, the resort embodied the distinctive Italian approach to mountain living, where skiing was as much about socializing and style as it was about sport. Through Aarons' lens, Cortina d'Ampezzo celebrates this spirited culture of la dolce vita in the snow, capturing the joy, glamour, and conviviality of a sun-filled Alpine afternoon.

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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