Alfred Eisenstaedt

Alfred Eisenstaedt, the master of the moment, the legendary photojournalist, the quiet observer was the man behind an unforgettable canon of photographic artistry and iconic visual stories.

Starting his career in Germany before escaping the rise of Nazism, Alfred Eisenstaedt found his true calling in the United States. Joining LIFE magazine in 1936, he helped to shape photojournalism as we know it. His lens captured the heartbeats of history, from the jubilant V-J Day kiss in Times Square to candid moments of world leaders like Winston Churchill and John F. Kennedy. Eisenstaedt's knack for capturing the decisive moment was unparalleled, whether it was a fleeting glance, an unguarded laugh, or a quiet moment of reflection. His work not only chronicled the events of the 20th century but also illuminated the human condition with grace and empathy. Through collaborations with LIFE magazine, his images reached millions, his name becoming synonymous with visual storytelling. His portraits of celebrities like Marilyn Monroe and Albert Einstein remain some of the most evocative and enduring images ever taken. Eisenstaedt continued to photograph well into his later years, his passion undimmed by time. His legacy is a vast archive of images that continue to inspire, educate, and move us.

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Monroe in May 1953
By Alfred Eisenstaedt / Life Picture Collection
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Brooklyn Bridge, New York, USA
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Hedy Lamarr
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The Waiter's Practice
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Sophia Loren, Roma Newspaper
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Jamie Wyeth
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Lion Sculpture, New York Public Library
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Goodbyes at Penn Station
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Sunday morning at the Arno River
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Village On Lake Como
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Spitz
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Barber and Menotti
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Melon Salesman
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Gypsy Rose Lee adjusting her lipstick
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Maintenance on the Graf Zeppelin
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Piazza del Scala
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Shadows of Kissing Figures
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Gordon Parks in New York
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Woman Sitting With Her Pet Cheetah
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La Scala Opera House
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A night at the La Scala Opera House
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Marilyn '53
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Monroe Posing
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Marilyn At Home 1953
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