Photographed by Mark Shaw for LIFE in 1955, two weeks before his death, Fernand Leger posed for this final portrait in his Paris Studio. Leger’s studio is the one he had worked in since 1913. British model Anne Gunning wears an ankle length gown by American Fashion Designer Claire McCardell. The Fabric’s pattern is in the style of Leger’s work best seen in the painting of two women (left) and in the half hidden still life. All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner.

*Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out.
10″ x 15″ image on 11″ x 17″ paper, 13.75″ x 20″ image on 17″ x 22″ paper, 22″ x 32″ image on 24″ x 36″ paper, 32″ x 48″ image on 36″ x 52″ paper, 40″ x 59″ image on 44″ x 63″ paper