April 1st marked a watershed in the career of famed New York based photographer David Drebin. At a time when assets are universally depreciating in value, Drebin showed that there is still appreciation to be found for the very best quality art. His 48 x 60" photograph "Movie Star" shot to a final selling price of $16,250 at Phillips De Pury's spring photographs auction in New York. The image, originally available from Guy Hepner in an edition of 7 attracted strong bidding aided by its selection as the front cover of the catalogue. A collector would have seen their piece more than double in value in less than 12 month, an amazing anomaly to the current economic climate. Celebrity collectors of Drebin's work include Elton John and Ben Stiller.
Select images from his portfolio "Love and Other Stories' are still available from Guy Hepner
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