An Instagram account spent "countless hours" in search of the original reference for the seminal illustration by Patrick NagelThe model from Duran Duran‘s ‘Rio’ cover has finally been identified. The iconic artwork was originally painted by American artist and illustrator Patrick Nagel, and then designed by Malcolm Garrett to resemble classic ’50s cigar packaging. However, despite becoming one of the most memorable album covers of all time, the subject has remained a mystery – until now. An Instagram account called @nagel_angel has spent “countless hours” in search of the original reference photo used by Nagel. They have now identified model...