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Black and White Photography For Sale
Artist: Elliott Erwitt
Artist: Danny Clinch
Fort Dix, New Jersey
Located in Dallas, TX
Open Edition Signed by Elliott Erwitt in black ink on print margin Signed, titled, dated and misc. notation in pencil on print verso Paper size: 16 x 20 in., Image size: 11 3/4 x 17 ...
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1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Mt. Fuji, Japan
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by Elliott Erwitt in black ink on print margin. Signed, titled, dated and misc. notations in pencil on print verso. Born to Russian parents in Paris in 1928, Elliott Erwitt s...
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20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Che Guevara, Havana, 1964 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Che Guevara, Havana, 1964 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later A...
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Mid-20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Paris, France, 1989 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Paris, France, 1989 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Paris, France, 1989 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Paris, France, 1989 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
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Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Pisa, Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed in black ink on print margin by Elliott Erwitt Signed, titled, dated and misc. notations in pencil on print verso by Elliott Erwitt One of the most important photographers of ...
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1970s Modern Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

New York City, (Marilyn Monroe, 'The Seven Year Itch') by Elliott Erwitt, 1954
Located in Dallas, TX
New York City, (Marilyn Monroe, 'The Seven Year Itch') by Elliott Erwitt depicts American actress Marilyn Monroe standing on top of a sidewalk vent. She is on the set of her movie, T...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

MARILYN MONROE DURING THE FILMING OF "THE MISFITS" RENO NEVADA, 1960
Located in Aventura, FL
Hand signed lower right margin by Elliot Erwitt. Image size approx 12 x 17.5 inches. Framed has some random scratches. Frame size approx 24 x 29.5 inches. Artwork is in excellent c...
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1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Managua, Nicaragua
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by Elliott Erwitt. Gelatin silver print, 11 x 14 in. Born to Russian parents in Paris in 1928, Elliott Erwitt spent his childhood in Milan, Italy, before emigrating to the Un...
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1950s Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Marilyn Monroe, New York, 1954 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Marilyn Monroe, New York, 1954 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed late...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Valencia, Spain, 1952 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Valencia, Spain, 1952 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availa...
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Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Coney Island, New York, 1975 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Coney Island, New York, 1975 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later ...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Third Avenue El., New York City, 1954 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White)
Located in London, GB
Third Avenue El., New York City, 1954 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Av...
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Mid-20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Cuba
Located in Dallas, TX
Open Edition Signed, titled, and dated in pencil on print verso by Elliott Erwitt Gelatin silver print Paper size: 11 x 14 in., Image size: 8 1/4 x 12 1/4 in. Born to Russian paren...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Wilmington, North Carolina, 1950 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Wilmington, North Carolina, 1950 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed la...
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Mid-20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

New Haven, Connecticut
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by Elliott Erwitt Gelatin silver print, 11 x 14 in. Born to Russian parents in Paris in 1928, Elliott Erwitt spent his childhood in Milan, Italy, before emigrating to the Uni...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Metropolitan Museum, New York, 1949 -Elliott Erwitt(Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Metropolitan Museum, New York, 1949 -Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed ...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Metropolitan Museum, New York City
Located in Dallas, TX
Open edition Signed by Elliott Erwitt in black ink on print margin Signed, titled, dated and misc. notations by Elliott Erwitt in pencil on print verso. Paper size: 20 x 16 in. Image...
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1950s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1948 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1948 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
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Mid-19th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1990 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1990 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
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Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

The Misfits, Reno, Nevada by Elliott Erwitt, 1960, Silver Gelatin Print
Located in Dallas, TX
The Misfits, Reno, Nevada, by Elliot Erwitt is a portrait of Marilyn Monroe and the cast of The Misfits. The group is posed in a barn, with Marilyn Monroe ...
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1960s Modern Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Flatiron Building, New York City, USA, 1969 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White)
Located in London, GB
Flatiron Building, New York City, USA, 1969 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed lat...
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Mid-20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Prado Museum, Madrid, 1995 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Prado Museum, Madrid, 1995 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gel...
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Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Orleans, France
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by Elliott Erwitt. Gelatin silver print, 11 x 14 in. Born to Russian parents in Paris in 1928, Elliott Erwitt spent his childhood in Milan, Italy, before emigrating to the Un...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Bridgehampton, New York, 1982 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Bridgehampton, New York, 1982 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later...
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1980s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Versailles, France
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed in black ink on print margin by Elliott Erwitt. Signed, titled, dated and misc. notations in pencil on print verso Gelatin silver print Paper size: 16 x 20 in., Image size: 11...
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1970s Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Bakersfield, California, 1983 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Bakersfield, California, 1983 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1969 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Street Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1969 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Street Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying art...
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Mid-20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Providence, Rhode Island
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by Elliott Erwitt. Gelatin silver print, 11 x 14 in. Born to Russian parents in Paris in 1928, Elliott Erwitt spent his childhood in Milan, Italy, before emigrating to the Un...
Category

1950s Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1956 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1956 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
Category

20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1946 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1946 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
Category

20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1954 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1954 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
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Mid-20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Hungary, 1964 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Hungary, 1964 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Available in f...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Charlottenberg, Berlin, 1995 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Charlottenberg, Berlin, 1995 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later ...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Bratsk, Siberia, USSR
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed in black ink on print margin by Elliott Erwitt. Signed, titled, dated and misc. notations in pencil on print verso by Elliott Erwitt Gelatin silver print, 16 x 20 in. Born to...
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20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Rio de Janeiro, 1984 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Rio de Janeiro, 1984 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availa...
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Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

New York
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by Elliott Erwitt. Gelatin silver print, 20 x 24 in. Born to Russian parents in Paris in 1928, Elliott Erwitt spent his childhood in Milan, Italy, b...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Empire State Building, New York City, 1955 - Elliott Erwitt
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1955 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Florence
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by Elliott Erwitt. Gelatin silver print, 11 x 14 in. Born to Russian parents in Paris in 1928, Elliott Erwitt spent his childhood in Milan, Italy, before emigrating to the Un...
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Paris, 1969 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Paris, 1969 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Available in fou...
Category

Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Hungary
Located in Dallas, TX
Hungary, 1964 Gelatin silver print Paper size: 11 x 14 in., Image size: 8 x 12 in. Signed in black ink on print margin by Elliott Erwitt Signed, titled and dated in pencil on print v...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Ballycotton, Ireland, 1968 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Ballycotton, Ireland, 1968 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later A...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1988 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1988 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
Category

Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Versailles, 1975 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Versailles, 1975 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Available i...
Category

Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1963 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1963 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
Category

Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1990 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1990 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
Category

Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

New Haven, Connecticut, 1955 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New Haven, Connecticut, 1955 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later ...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

New York City
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed in black ink on print margin by Elliott Erwitt Signed, titled, dated and misc. notations by Elliott Erwitt Gelatin silver print Paper size: 14 x 11 in. Image size: 9 1/4 x 9 i...
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1950s Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Cannes, France, 1975 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Cannes, France, 1975 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availab...
Category

20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Rome, 2004 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Rome, 2004 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Available in four...
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Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1990 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1990 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
Category

Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Paris, 1970 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Paris, 1970 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Available in fou...
Category

Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Cannes, France, 1975 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Cannes, France, 1975 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availab...
Category

20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Orleans, France, 1952 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Orleans, France, 1952 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Avail...
Category

Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

New York City
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by Elliott Erwitt. Gelatin silver print, 16 x 20 in. Born to Russian parents in Paris in 1928, Elliott Erwitt spent his childhood in Milan, Italy, before emigrating to the Un...
Category

1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Daytona Beach, Florida, 1975 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
Daytona Beach, Florida, 1975 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later ...
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20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

New York City, 1974 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography)
Located in London, GB
New York City, 1974 - Elliott Erwitt (Black and White Photography) Signed, inscribed with title and dated on accompanying artist’s label Silver gelatin print, printed later Availabl...
Category

Late 20th Century Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

North Carolina
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by Elliott Erwitt Gelatin silver print, 11 x 14 in. Born to Russian parents in Paris in 1928, Elliott Erwitt spent his childhood in Milan, Italy, be...
Category

20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Shop Black and White Photography

There’s a lot to love about black and white photography.

The unique and timeless quality of a black and white photograph accentuates any room. Some might argue that we’re naturally drawn to color photography because it’s the world we know best. This is a shared belief, particularly in the era of camera-phone photography, editing apps and the frenetic immediacy of sharing photos on social media. But when we look at black and white photography, we experience deep, rich shadows and tonal properties in a way that transfixes us. Composition and textures are crisp and engaging. We’re immediately drawn to the subjects of vintage street photography and continue to feel the emotional impact of decades-old photojournalism. The silhouettes of mountains in black and white landscape photography are particularly pronounced, while portrait photography and the skylines of urban cityscapes come to life in monochrome prints.

When decorating with fine photography, keep in mind that some color photographs may not be suitable for every space. However, you can be more daring with black and white photos. The gray tones are classic, sophisticated and generally introduce elegance to any corner of your home, which renders black and white prints amazingly versatile.

Black and white photography adapts to its surroundings like a chameleon might. A single large-scale black and white photograph above the sofa in your living room is going to work with any furniture style, and as some homeowners and designers today are working to introduce more muted tones and neutral palettes to dining rooms and bedrooms, the integration of black and white photography — a hallmark of minimalist decor — is a particularly natural choice for such a setting.

Another advantage to bringing black and white photography into your home is that you can style walls and add depth and character without worrying about disrupting an existing color scheme. Black and white photographs actually harmonize well with accent colors such as yellow, red and green. Your provocative Memphis Group lighting and bold Pierre Paulin seating will pair nicely with the black and white fine nude photography you’ve curated over the years.

Black and white photography also complements a variety of other art. Black and white photos pair well with drawings and etchings in monochromatic hues. They can also form part of specific color schemes. For example, you can place black and white prints in colored picture frames for a pop of color. And while there are no hard and fast rules, it’s best to keep black and white prints separate from color photographs. Color prints stand out in a room more than black and white prints do. Pairing them may detract attention from your black and white photography. Instead, dedicate separate walls or spaces to each.

Once you’ve selected the photography that best fits your space, you’ll need to decide how to hang the images. If you want to hang multiple photos, it’s essential to know how to arrange wall art. A proper arrangement can significantly enhance a living space.

On 1stDibs, explore a vast collection of compelling black and white photography by artists such as Mark Shaw, Jack Mitchell (a photographer you should know), Berenice Abbott and David Yarrow.

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