Description
Cycling Capote captures the creator of Holly Golightly pedaling through Palm Springs' Movie Colony neighborhood, his coral-red bicycle with its distinctive white basket lined in red and white stripes positioned at the painted STOP marking on the suburban asphalt. Slim Aarons photographed Truman Capote in 1970, the literary icon's bright blue denim jacket contrasting brilliantly against vibrant coral pants while a jaunty patterned cap crowns his head. Golden hour light bathes the scene, long shadows stretching across beige asphalt while towering palms frame single-story ranch homes along the quiet street where America's most celebrated author embraced California's casual freedom.
This print presents your space as a literary salon where wit and whimsy reign supreme, bringing the spirit of the man who gave us Breakfast at Tiffany's into your daily view. Cycling Capote delivers more than desert nostalgia; it positions you among those who appreciate when genius takes a bicycle ride, when urbane style chooses sandals over loafers, when the author of In Cold Blood opts for candy-colored clothing. Your circle recognizes the intersection of high culture and California cool, understanding that true style means wearing what you please, riding where you please, stopping where the mood strikes, just as Capote did on this perfect Palm Springs afternoon.
Available in photo lustre or matte finish, each print is professionally framed in your choice of black, white, or natural wood. Slim Aarons captured cultural icons at their most authentic moments. Carry home this extraordinary glimpse of literary history on two wheels today.
Elliot F. (verified owner) –
Absolutely Gorgeous! Arrived quickly too