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Period: 20th Century
Led Zeppelin at Chateau Marmont
By Jay Thompson
Located in Austin, TX
Incredible 1969 photograph of one of the world's greatest rock bands, Led Zeppelin. This photograph was taken by Jay Thompson during a memorable photoshoot at LA's Chateau Marmont. G...
Category

Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Signed Silver Gelatin Photograph Washington Square Park Architecture Photo NYC
Located in Surfside, FL
New York Architect Robert Nichols 11/30/1959 Photographer is Fred McDarrah Over a 50-year span, McDarrah documented the rise of the Beat Generation, the city’s postmodern art move...
Category

American Modern 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Vintage Silver Gelatin Photograph Tipper Gore, Democratic Fundraiser 1992 Photo
Located in Surfside, FL
Tipper Gore at Democratic Fund Raiser 10/1/1992 Photographer is Fred McDarrah Over a 50-year span, McDarrah documented the rise of the Beat Generation, the city’s postmodern art move...
Category

American Modern 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Elizabeth Taylor Behind the Scenes
Located in Austin, TX
This iconic and elegant portrait captured by celebrity photographer Frank Worth features actress Elizabeth Taylor on the set of the film "Giant" for her role as character Leslie Bene...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Ciro's Owner Herbert Hover and Marilyn Monroe
Located in Austin, TX
Candid capture of Circo nightclub's owner Herbert Hoover helping bombshell actress Marilyn Monroe with her fur coat. Marilyn Monroe was an American actress model and singer. Famous...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Jayne Mansfield on Silk
By Bert Six
Located in Austin, TX
Jayne Mansfield was an American actress, nightclub entertainer, singer, and one of the early Playboy Playmates. She was a major Hollywood sex symbol of the 1950s and early 1960s and ...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Pier Angeli and Dean Martin
Located in Austin, TX
Circa 1956 in Hollywood, California: Italian-born actress Pier Angeli shows a wide-eyed American Actor Dean Martin her engagement ring. Dean Martin was an American singer, actor, a...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Vintage Silver Gelatin Photograph Tibor de Nagy Portrait Photo NYC Gallery
Located in Surfside, FL
Tibor De Nagy - October 11 1960 Photographer is Fred McDarrah Over a 50-year span, McDarrah documented the rise of the Beat Generation, the city’s postmodern art movement, its off...
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American Modern 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Elizabeth Taylor Washing Face
Located in Austin, TX
A great candid capture of legendary actress Elizabeth Taylor at home washing her face in the bathroom. Elizabeth Taylor was an English-American actress, businesswoman, and humanita...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

James Dean Behind Fence in "Giant"
Located in Austin, TX
James Dean posed sated behind a barbed wire fence for his role in the film 'Giant', 1955. James Byron Dean was an American actor remembered as a cultural icon of teenage disillusio...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Vintage Silver Gelatin Photograph Thomas Hoving John Lindsey Costume Party Photo
Located in Surfside, FL
Thomas Hoving and John Lindsay at a benefit party 1/18/1967 Photographer is Fred McDarrah Over a 50-year span, McDarrah documented the rise of the Beat Generation, the city’s postm...
Category

American Modern 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Signed Silver Gelatin Photograph Philip Johnson, Architect, Lee Radziwill, Photo
Located in Surfside, FL
Lee Radziwill and Philip Johnson at The Met - 10/18/1973 Over a 50-year span, McDarrah documented the rise of the Beat Generation, the city’s postmodern art movement, its off-off-B...
Category

American Modern 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Bette Davis: Piercing Gaze
By Elmer Fryer
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous capture of Bette Davis posed looking to the camera. Bette Davis was an American actress with a career spanning more than 50 years and 100 acting credits. She was noted for...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Arnold Palmer Taking a Swing
By Fred Bauman
Located in Austin, TX
This black and white action shot features Arnold Palmer playing golf, taking a swing as the crowd looks on. Arnold Palmer was an American professional golfer who is generally regar...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Greta Garbo "Inspiration"
Located in Austin, TX
This stunning black and white studio portrait features Greta Garbo posed for her role in "Inspiration". Greta Garbo was a Swedish-American film actress during the 1920s and 1930s. ...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Marilyn Monroe and Sammy Davis Jr in "How to Marry a Millionaire"
Located in Austin, TX
This exuberant shot of Sammy Davis Jr. entertaining Marilyn Monroe was taken on the backlot of 20th Century Fox where Marilyn was filming How to Marry a Millionairecirca 1953. The ...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Marilyn Monroe Glows at ANPA
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white candid portrait of Marilyn Monroe and Milton Berle standing on stage and smiling into the microphone. Together they stood on stage of The Banshees Welcome Editors and...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Frida at the Barbizon Plaza Hotel by Lucienne Bloch, 1931, Gelatin Silver Print
Located in Dallas, TX
Frida at the Barbizon Plaza Hotel by Lucienne Bloch is a black and white portrait of Mexican Surrealist painter Frida Kahlo sitting in a chair under her self portrait hanging on the ...
Category

Modern 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Louis Armstrong: Legendary Musician with Big Smiles
Located in Austin, TX
This portrait features jazz legend Louis Armstrong up close, posed with a big smile. Louis Armstrong was an American trumpeter, composer, singer, and occasional actor who was one o...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Jayne Mansfield: Modern Pinup
Located in Austin, TX
This beautiful modern pinup features the lovely Jayne Mansfield posed on barstools with modern art on the walls. Jayne Mansfield was an American film, theater, and television actre...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Mother with Sons by Earlie Hudnall, Jr., 1973, Gelatin Silver Print
Located in Dallas, TX
Mother with Sons by Earlie Hudnall, Jr., is a black and white portrait of a woman with her arms around two young boys. Paper size: 14 x 11 in. Image size: 13 x 10 in. Gelatin Silver...
Category

Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Elvis Presley Rocking Out on Stage
By Charles Trainor
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning black and white capture of Elvis "The King" Presley performing on stage. Elvis Presley, also known simply as Elvis, was an American singer, musician, and actor. He is rega...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Jayne Mansfield: A Game of Chance
Located in Austin, TX
This action shot features bombshell star Jayne Mansfield playing roulette in Las Vegas. Captured by celebrity photographer Frank Worth, this image features Mansfield looking down eag...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Frank Sinatra in Tbird
Located in Austin, TX
In this photograph, Frank Sinatra is captured glancing over his shoulder at his friend, photographer Frank Worth, while sitting in his classic Ford Thunderbird. Frank Sinatra was a...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Rita Hayworth Sunbathing
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white candid image of Rita Hayworth in Burbank, walking along a beautiful street scene. This listing is for a limited edition archival print. What's included: - Limited ...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Marilyn Monroe with Classic Roadster for "How to Marry a Millionaire"
Located in Austin, TX
Marilyn Monroe posing for a portrait while standing with her car door open on the set of "How to Marry a Millionaire". Beautifully restored from the original 1953 black and white pho...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Elizabeth Taylor Up Close in "Giant"
Located in Austin, TX
Awesome capture of starlet Elizabeth Taylor up close behind the scenes while filming 'Giant', 1955. Giant is a 1956 American epic Western drama film, about sprawling epic covering...
Category

Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Hot Air Balloon Scene from "The Wizard of Oz"
By Eric Carpenter
Located in Austin, TX
The Wizard of Oz is a 1939 American musical fantasy film produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Widely considered to be one of the greatest films in cinema history, it is the best-known an...
Category

Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Bette Davis: The Petrified Forest
By Elmer Fryer
Located in Austin, TX
This black and white portrait features American actress of film, television, and theater, Bette Davis. Regarded as one of the greatest actresses in Hollywood history, she is known fo...
Category

Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Wellington Bomber WW2 war plane silver gelatin photograph by Charles E Brown
Located in London, GB
To see our other World War Two pictures, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller." Charles E Brown (1896 - 1982) Wellington Bomber Sil...
Category

20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Greta Garbo "As You Desire Me"
Located in Austin, TX
This stunning black and white studio portrait features Greta Garbo posed for her role in "As You Desire Me". Greta Garbo was a Swedish-American film actress during the 1920s and 19...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Church Door Hornitos
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
From the 50th Anniversary Portfolio (1902 - 1952). Printed circa early 1950s by Brett Weston under Edward's supervision. 100.
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20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Corral, Pismo Beach, 54A
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Vintage print signed, dated and numbered mount recto. Dated with neg. code mount verso.
Category

20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Greta Garbo "Two Faced Woman"
Located in Austin, TX
This stunning black and white silhouette features Greta Grabo in a publicity still for her role in "Two-Faced Woman". Greta Garbo was a Swedish-American film actress during the 192...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Greta Garbo "Love"
Located in Austin, TX
This stunning black and white studio portrait features Greta Garbo for her role in "Love", circa 1927. Greta Garbo was a Swedish-American film actress during the 1920s and 1930s. G...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Greta Garbo "Love" Publicity Still
Located in Austin, TX
This stunning black and white studio portrait features Greta Garbo for her role in "Love, circa 1927. Greta Garbo was a Swedish-American film actress during the 1920s and 1930s. Ga...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Busy Beach Street Scene Americana U.S.A. III
By Charles Trainor
Located in Austin, TX
A unique image depicting a bustling street scene along a beach. The terrific period of automobiles and the fashion on the streets also dates the photo to the late 50's to early 60's ...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Vintage Construction Workers in NYC
Located in Austin, TX
This black and white photograph is a stunning capture of construction workers taking a lunch break up high in NYC. This image would serve as a stunning addition to any space. This ...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Vintage Chemistry Set
Located in Austin, TX
Retro 1960s photograph featuring an abstract shot of scientific apparatus in a chemistry lab. This listing is for a limited edition archival print. What's included: - Limited Edit...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

James Dean Standing with Porsche at Car Rally
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white action shot of actor James Dean unloading his Porsche at a car rally. James Dean was an American actor. He is remembered as a cultural icon of teenage disillusionme...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Vintage Circus
Located in Austin, TX
Retro 1960s photograph featuring a terrific shot of circus acrobats on horses. This listing is for a limited edition archival print. What's included: - Limited Edition Archival Pr...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Joan Crawford: Classical Elegance
By Bert Six
Located in Austin, TX
This black and white portrait features American film and television actress Joan Crawford. Known best for her roles in films such as "Possessed", "Sudden Fear", and "Whatever Happene...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Frank Sinatra Leaning on Tbird
Located in Austin, TX
Great capture of Frank Sinatra standing with his classic TBird in a garage driveway. Frank Sinatra was an American singer and actor who was one of the most popular and influential ...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Elvis Presley and Sweetheart on Motorcycle
By Bob Williams
Located in Austin, TX
A Vintage 1957 image depicting music's new sensation Elvis Presley on his brand new Harley Davidson FLH in front of his new mansion home, Graceland. With him is his girlfriend actres...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Marilyn Monroe: Outtake Glamour
Located in Austin, TX
Candid capture of Marilyn Monroe behind the scenes while filming "How to Marry a Millionaire" in 1953. Marilyn Monroe was an American actress model and singer. Famous for playing ...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Audrey Hepburn "Roman Holiday"
Located in Austin, TX
Audrey Hepburn in a classic black and white headshot from the 1953 film "Roman Holiday". Film and fashion icon Audrey Hepburn was a British actress, active during Hollywood's Gold...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Elizabeth Taylor with Sunglasses for "Giant"
Located in Austin, TX
This iconic and elegant portrait captured by celebrity photographer Frank Worth features actress Elizabeth Taylor on the set of the film "Giant" for her role as character Leslie Bene...
Category

Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Audrey Hepburn in "Funny Face"
Located in Austin, TX
Full-length portrait of Audrey Hepburn posed in all black against a white background for her role in "Funny Face". Funny Face is a 1957 American musical romantic comedy film directe...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Ronald Reagan "Tropic Zone"
Located in Austin, TX
This black and white portrait features American politician and actor Ronald Reagan who served as the 40th President of the United States from 1981 to 1989. Prior to the presidency, h...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Marilyn Smiling
Located in Austin, TX
Second in its series, this awesome black and white capture features Marilyn Monroe in her Hollywood prime - captured in a silk dress and fur stole. A classic image of the Hollywood...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Elizabeth Taylor Flipping with James Dean
Located in Austin, TX
An image of James Dean and Elizabeth Taylor dancing behind the scenes of the 1950s film "Giant". Giant is a 1956 American epic Western drama film directed by George Stevens from a ...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Audrey Hepburn "Roman Holiday"
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning capture of the starlet actress Audrey Hepburn posed for her role in "Roman Holiday". Audrey Hepburn was a British actress and humanitarian. Recognized as both a film and f...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Frank Sinatra with Ford
Located in Austin, TX
Circa 1955 in Hollywood, California: American jazz musician and singer Frank Sinatra leaning on a classic Ford parked next to a camping trailer. Frank Sinatra was an American singe...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Audrey Hepburn Glamour Portrait in Tulle
Located in Austin, TX
Great black and white capture of the glamorous Audrey Hepburn posed leaning on a small table, dripping in jewels and beauty. British actress and humanitarian Audrey Hepburn is rega...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, and George Jessel
Located in Austin, TX
Circa 1952 in Los Angeles, California: Bud Abbott and Lou Costello with George Jessel in suits with old West sheriff star badges. Abbott and Costello were an American comedy duo c...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Audrey Hepburn in "Funny Face"
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white full length portrait of Audrey Hepburn posed in all black against a white background for her role in "Funny Face". Funny Face is a 1957 American musical romantic c...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Grace Kelly: Classic Portrait of Elegance
Located in Austin, TX
This elegant full-length studio portrait features the 'Princess of Grace', Grace Kelly. This image captures the star in a tulle skirt, sitting on steps inside of a photo studio. Gra...
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Contemporary 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Bug Tracks on Sand, Oceano
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The is the 20th Sand Dune, Oceano made by Weston (20SO) and a vintage print. It is quite rare as 38 are noted as being printed of vintage age but the amount known in existent may be ...
Category

20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

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