"Bellissima" by Isabella Balena
"Bellissima" by Isabella Balena
Bellissima, Beauty contest, Cattolica 1995
18x24 on A4 paper
Photograph taken from the reportage “Bellissima” 1995. Copy: OPEN. Film scan print.
Isabella Balena, an independent photojournalist for many years, has worked with some of the leading Italian and foreign magazines. In recent years she has focussed on issues related to contemporary history and social dynamics. She believes that the essence of photography lies in managing to be the "voice and gaze" of a communities that would otherwise be invisible.
Her photographs feature both in public (Museum of Contemporary Photography, MAECI Art Collection, Ministry of Foreign Affairs) and private collections (Donata Pizzi Collection and others).
Born in Rimini, she works in Milan and has two children.
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About this lot
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Our team digitally analysed and verified this item using the photographic and documentary materials provided by the seller. While this evaluation is conducted to the best of CharityStars' knowledge, it is important to note that as this item is third-party property, its provenance and authenticity cannot be verified with absolute certainty. Therefore, this verification does not constitute a conventional guarantee or promise of quality as defined by the Consumer Rights Act 2015. Specifically, the goods must be as described (Section 11), but the limitations of this description are clearly stated and acknowledged by the buyer. This clarification is made to ensure transparency and fairness in accordance with Section 2 of the Consumer Rights Act 2015.
Source of the Lot
This item is owned by Association Centro Benedetta D'Intino, who has opted to utilise the CharityStars.com platform for an online auction. CharityStars has conducted comprehensive preliminary due diligence on the item. However, as an intermediary, CharityStars cannot assume any responsibility for the quality, origin, or consistency of the asset. These aspects remain solely the responsibility of the seller.
Condition
CharityStars sells this item on behalf of the seller in its current condition, without any warranties from CharityStars, including but not limited to defects, flaws, imperfections, damage, or lack of quality. Upon the buyer's request and subject to the seller's availability, the buyer may inspect the item at their own expense, including through an independent expert, before purchase. CharityStars does not accept responsibility for any defects, flaws, or discrepancies and provides no contractual guarantees or authenticity warranties for the items. These are solely the seller's responsibility and risk. Unless due to willful misconduct or gross negligence, CharityStars is not liable for indirect or consequential damages arising from the sale. CharityStars does not provide eviction warranties, as the sale is expressly at the buyer's risk. Consumer protection laws do not apply to your purchases from private sellers. The right to reject under Section 20 of the Consumer Rights Act does not apply. Specifically, sections 9 and 10 of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 do not apply. In any event, CharityStars' liability to the buyer is limited to the auction price and the purchase fee paid.
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