Art Byman Photographed by Arthur Craig

Arthur Craig took these great images of Art Byman that appeared in the January, 1962 issue of the physique magazine, The Demi-Gods.

According to the blurb alongside one of the images, Arthur Craig was the wardrobe master for the New York City Ballet and, when not at work, used his Leica to snap images of handsome models.

This issue of The Demi-Gods credits Craig with discovering Art Byman.

Robert Duranton Photographed by Arax Studio

Robert Duranton was born in Paris in 1926 and had early success as a bodybuilder, when he won the title Mr. France in 1948, 1949, 1950 and 1951. He became a popular wrestler in Canada before moving to Hollywood, where he never quite made it into films. Eventually, he returned to France, where he appeared in a few popular French movies.

Gregor Arax of Arax Studio took all of these photographs. He was a Greek national, who photographed male nudes in Paris from the 1930's to 1960's. He photographed many of the elite bodybuilders of his time, including Steve Reeves.

My favorite of these images is the one of Robert seated on the podium and holding the sword at his side. His stylized pose and haughty gaze over our heads give him the air of an Olympian among mortals.

Haldor de Becker Photographed by Vulcan

Vulcan took these nice images of Haldor de Becker.

As you can see, these are scans of magazine pages that went into a little detail on who hirsute Haldor was.

Bob Poling and Marv McPike Photographed by Bruce of Los Angeles

Bruce of Los Angeles took this great image of Bob Poling fighting Marv McPike. I am tracking down more photographs from this series.

Bob Hover

Bob Hover appeared in beefcake magazines in the late 1950's and early 1960's before landing small parts in film.

In the 1970's, he had legions of daytime soap fans when he had regular roles on All My Children, As the World Turns and Another World.

Unknown Model by Denny Denfield

Here's another image by Denny Denfield, about whom you can learn by jumping to this post on the blog.

I do not know the name of this handsome model with outstanding tan lines.

Scott Manley by Champion Studio

In these photographs by Champion Studio, I think Scott Manley is wearing too much clothing. However, if I must gaze at a man wearing white briefs, let it be Scott.

Bob Delmonteque

I was happy to acquire these three images of Bob Delmonteque lying down. I especially like the one of him reclining at the beach.

Unknown Models

Here are three more photographs of unknown models.

Richard Alan and Glenn Bishop

Richard Alan was another popular beefcake model in the 1950's.

Of course, that is Glenn Bishop lying at Richard's feet in one of the photographs.

Despite its diminutive size, I've also included the catalog of twelve photographs in case you come across any of the images and need to identify the model.

I am searching for photographs showcasing Richard's muscular back.

Douglas of Detroit took the image of Richard holding the pole. Some of the features in the other images in this post look so similar - his hair, in particular - that the photographs are likely from the same series, but I am not going to identify them as such until I have confirmation.

Jack LaLanne

Here are two more great photographs of Jack LaLanne.

Please jump to this post on the blog to see images of him and Jack Thomas posing nude for Russ Warner.

Bob Cutlass Photographed by Ralph Kelly

UPDATED February 16, 2011: A reader identified this handsome model as Bob Cutlass photographed by Ralph Kelly. Bob appears incredulous the photographer is paying him for posing nude in the studio.

I think he has a great smile, and I love how hirsute he is.

George Towers Photographed by Bruce of Los Angeles

Bruce of Los Angeles took this great photograph of George Towers, of whom I am tracking down more images.

Andy Buck by Douglas of Detroit

Douglas of Detroit took this outstanding photograph of Andy Buck, of whom I wish I had more images.

Bob Kolinski

Here are three more images of Bob Kolinski. I especially like the one of Bob with his hands behind his head: his abdomen is a work of art.

The photograph of Bob down on one knee was taken by Kris Studios.