Peter Borsari
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Peter C. Borsari was an American-Swiss photographer.
His endearing charm and impeccable reputation permitted him exclusive access and unparalleled cooperation from his subjects.
The antithesis of today’s paparazzi
, he was an invited guest at Hollywood’s premier events as well as celebrities’ personal parties and gatherings. Spanning Presley
to Nixon
, he actively photographed people, places and events from 1965 to 1995.
Peter estimated his archive contained approximately two million images; including transparencies, negatives, prints and contact
sheets. Roughly 80% of these images feature celebrities in the entertainment industry. The remainder consists primarily of prominent
politicians (e.g. Nixon), athletes (e.g. Ali
), events (e.g. Malibu fire
), sports (e.g. Formula One
) and travel destinations (e.g. Switzerland).
The Peter C. Borsari Photographic Archive is unequaled in its breadth, exclusivity and sheer magnitude. Most distinguishing is Peter’s
singular ability to capture his subjects in their best light.
His endearing charm and impeccable reputation permitted him exclusive access and unparalleled cooperation from his subjects.
The antithesis of today’s paparazzi
Paparazzi
Paparazzi is an Italian term used to refer to photojournalists who specialize in candid photography of celebrities, politicians, and other prominent people...
, he was an invited guest at Hollywood’s premier events as well as celebrities’ personal parties and gatherings. Spanning Presley
Elvis Presley
Elvis Aaron Presley was one of the most popular American singers of the 20th century. A cultural icon, he is widely known by the single name Elvis. He is often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll" or simply "the King"....
to Nixon
Richard Nixon
Richard Milhous Nixon was the 37th President of the United States, serving from 1969 to 1974. The only president to resign the office, Nixon had previously served as a US representative and senator from California and as the 36th Vice President of the United States from 1953 to 1961 under...
, he actively photographed people, places and events from 1965 to 1995.
Peter estimated his archive contained approximately two million images; including transparencies, negatives, prints and contact
sheets. Roughly 80% of these images feature celebrities in the entertainment industry. The remainder consists primarily of prominent
politicians (e.g. Nixon), athletes (e.g. Ali
Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali is an American former professional boxer, philanthropist and social activist...
), events (e.g. Malibu fire
Malibu fire
Several fires have occurred in and around Malibu, California:*1970 Malibu Fire*1978 Agoura-Malibu Firestorm*1982 Malibu Fire*1993 Old Topanga Fire*Canyon Fire, in October 2007*Corral Fire, in November 2007-See also:*Malibu, California...
), sports (e.g. Formula One
Formula One
Formula One, also known as Formula 1 or F1 and referred to officially as the FIA Formula One World Championship, is the highest class of single seater auto racing sanctioned by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile . The "formula" designation in the name refers to a set of rules with which...
) and travel destinations (e.g. Switzerland).
The Peter C. Borsari Photographic Archive is unequaled in its breadth, exclusivity and sheer magnitude. Most distinguishing is Peter’s
singular ability to capture his subjects in their best light.