Auction 53, The Collectors Edition, March 26
Thu, Mar 26, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 119
Guido Argentini "Hotel Deluxe II" (2001) – Featuring Irina Voronina – Playboy Legacy Collection
Estimate: $15,000 - $22,000
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Description
A cinematic and provocatively staged work by Italian photographer Guido Argentini. Titled "Hotel Deluxe II", this image was captured in 2001 and stands as a definitive example of Argentini's early 2000s aesthetic. The composition utilizes a sophisticated "birds-eye" voyeuristic perspective, looking through a doorway into a warm, golden-hued vintage hotel suite. The subject, captured from behind in black gloves and stockings, is framed by the architectural lines of the room, creating a narrative of mystery and theatrical sensuality.
This work was notably part of the Playboy Legacy Collection and has become one of Argentini's most sought-after images. His ability to blend high-fashion lighting with intimate, private narratives made this piece a staple of modern fine-art eroticism. While it was later featured in the 2005 monograph Private Rooms, the image remains rooted in his 2001–2004 period of high-impact color photography.
Key Details
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Artist: Guido Argentini (Italian, b. 1966)
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Title: "Hotel Deluxe II" (Also known as "Who's Waiting for Her?")
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Date Captured: 2001
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Provenance: This specific work dates to 2001-2004, predating his 2005 monograph.
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Medium: Archival color pigment print (C-Print)
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Visual Elements: Nude woman from behind, black gloves, black stockings, vintage hotel interior, parquet flooring.
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Dimensions: H:40in W:66in
Condition Report
The print is in excellent condition, with no visible fading, moisture damage, or foxing. The vibrant yellow and gold tones of the interior remain rich and saturated. The framing is professionally executed and the paper appears well-preserved within the mount. (Note: Check for an edition number or signature, as early-market prints of this image are highly collectible).
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