Rio

Rio captures renowned plastic surgeon Ivo Pitanguy and his wife Marilu at their rustic island estate near Rio de Janeiro in April 1986, where Slim Aarons framed a moment of pure Brazilian elegance. The couple relaxes in their private sanctuary, surrounded by the lush tropical landscape that defines their extraordinary retreat. Pitanguy, celebrated internationally for revolutionizing cosmetic surgery, chose this secluded paradise as his personal escape from the demands of his groundbreaking medical practice. The photograph reveals the intimate balance between natural beauty and refined living that characterized the lives of Brazil's most accomplished figures during this golden era of South American sophistication.

This remarkable photograph transforms your space into a gallery of cultural significance, where Rio introduces the refined aesthetic of those who understood that true luxury lies in creating personal sanctuaries far from the world's gaze. Your guests will discover themselves drawn into the narrative of a pioneering surgeon who shaped beauty standards worldwide while maintaining his own private paradise. The image speaks to anyone who appreciates how achievement and serenity can coexist, offering daily inspiration about balancing professional excellence with the simple pleasures of island life. Display this print where it can spark conversations about the intersection of innovation, elegance, and the timeless appeal of tropical refuge.

Available in museum-quality photo lustre or sophisticated matte finish, professionally framed in your choice of black, white, or natural wood. Each print brings the masterful vision of Slim Aarons into your home, whether enhancing a contemporary living room, enriching a study, or adding worldly sophistication to a private library. Transform your environment today with this captivating glimpse into a world where Brazilian glamour meets island tranquility.