Swiss photographer Werner Bandi is best known for the nude photos he took of his model, protege', and presumed lover Bob Steffen. When the barely legal (by mid-century Swiss standards) Bob caught Werner's eye, Bob's mother was only too happy to encourage the relationship because of the money and opportunities it afforded. Today we will see a mixture of photos of Bob and other models. That's Werner above with his collie in a selfie.
Werner Bandi and Bob Steffan were at the epicenter of Swiss gay culture in Berne. (Of all places ! )
ReplyDeleteThe gay capital of Switzerland in their time.
Bob was also known to escort older ladies on cruises and at events.
DeleteWhat "money and opportunities" did their relationship bring and why?
ReplyDeleteThe usual sugar daddy stuff with cash, travel, and nice clothes for Bob. Some observers also think there was some contribution to Mom's household.
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