Kate Moss from the Collection of Gert Elfering

Christie's. London. 25 September 2013. Paperback; illustrated wrappers. 95 pages. 58 lots illustrated in colour. English. 275 x 220mm. 0.9kg. . Fine.

Kate Moss is one of the most iconic models of our times. Over the past three decades she has been photographed, painted and sculptured by many of the great contemporary artists from the fashion and fine-art worlds. Presented here are 58 pieces featuring Moss, curated by the art collector Gert Elfering. The sale fetched over £1.5 million. Artists featured include Bruce Weber, Juergen Teller, Albert Watson, Irving Penn, Arthur Elgort, Herb Ritts, Mario Sorrenti, Ellen von Unwerth, Allen Jones, David Sims, Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott, Nick Knight, Glen Luchford, Marc Quinn, Sante d'Orazio, Chuck Close, Inez Van Lamsweerde & Vinoodh Matadin, Tim Walker, Annie Leibovitz, Sam Taylor Wood, Peter Blake, Rankin, Steven Klein and Mario Testino. The works are generously illustrated and are accompanied by quotes from the artists.