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Black and White Photography For Sale
Jimmy Page in Indianapolis, Indiana. 1977
Located in Mount Pleasant, SC
Co-signed photograph by both Jimmy Page and Neal Preston. limited in an edition of 50 prints, each 16x20" Fine Art Photographic Print is individually numbered and has been hand-sign...
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20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Figurative photograph nude fine art print, Contemporary black white - Sandrine
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
An original signed archival pigment print on Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Baryta 315 gsm paper by Scottish artist Ian Sanderson (1951- 2020) titled ‘ Sandrine ‘ who was captured on film in...
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1990s Modern Black and White Photography

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Photographic Film, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Black and White, ...

Sant'Eufemia
Located in Milano, MI
Photo taken inside the Santa Eufemia church - Milan (Italy). Marcelo Soulé (Buenos Aires, 1958) trained at the Artistic Lyceum and the Brera Academy in Milan. He lives and works bet...
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2010s Photorealist Black and White Photography

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Black and White, Inkjet, Pigment

"Meaw 3" Photography 24" x 30" inch Edition of 15 by Olha Stepanian
Located in Culver City, CA
"Meaw 3" Photography 24" x 30" inch Edition of 15 by Olha Stepanian Printed on Epson Professional Paper Signed and numbered by the artist Not framed. Ships in a tube. Avail...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Paper

"Sea Wolf" 20x40 Black and White Wolf, Wolves, Photography Photograph Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a contemporary black and white photograph of a Costal Wolf. Printed on archival paper using only archival ink. Framing available. Inquire for rates. Shane Russeck has bui...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Adato, a young Rendille woman, is featured in this fashion-inspired portrait
Located in US
Adato, a young Rendille woman, is featured in this fashion-inspired portrait A young Rendille woman named Adato walks over the salt flat with fabric trailing behind her The print series Desert Song: Compositions of Kenya exhibits classic, timeless beauty through portraits of the women of the Rendille tribe in a nod to fashion photography. Offered in a limited edition, these works are printed on Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta paper, which sets the standard for image definition and color depth. Each print includes an embossed certificate of authenticity and is signed and numbered. All images are printed in-house on Hahnemuhle Fine Art Baryta paper and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. For your convenience, all images are printed with a 3” paper border; this is not included in the listed sizes. Through a fashion-inspired lens, photographer and filmmaker Drew Doggett tells extraordinary stories of diverse cultures, animals, places, and communities. He has received over 130 prestigious international awards and has had his artwork featured in many publications, such as Conde Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, Forbes, Bloomberg, Fortune, The Daily Mail, and Outside Magazine. His photographic work can be found in public collections globally, notably the Smithsonian African Art Museum (DC), as well as in hundreds of corporate and private collections in over 20 countries around the world, including that of Alec Baldwin, Gloria Steinem, Nicole Ari Parker, Eric Church...
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2010s Minimalist Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

"Old World" 60x40 Black & White Photography Bison Buffalo Unsigned Photograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a contemporary photograph of an American Bison. Printed on archival paper and using archival inks Framing available. Inquire for rates. Shane Russeck has built a reputati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

A young woman looks out over the Northern Kenyan desert, her ancestral home
Located in US
A young woman looks out over the Northern Kenyan desert, her ancestral home Adato, a young Rendille woman, is the next generation of her tribal community nestled deep in the desert ...
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2010s Minimalist Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

"No Time (2)" Photography 24" x 24" inch Edition of 15 by Olha Stepanian
Located in Culver City, CA
"No Time (2)" Photography 24" x 24" inch Edition of 15 by Olha Stepanian Printed on Epson Professional Paper Signed and numbered by the artist Not framed. Ships in a tube. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Paper

A young woman takes a moment to herself in the desert landscape she calls home
Located in US
A young woman takes a moment to herself in the desert landscape she calls home Adato, a young Rendille woman, is an icon of youthfulness in this fashion-inspired portrait of life in...
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2010s Minimalist Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Adato, a young Rendille woman, is a vision of calmness and tranquility.
Located in US
Adato, a young Rendille woman, is a vision of calmness and tranquility. The young Rendille woman Adato draped in a wrap of fabric typical for the region The print series Desert Song: Compositions of Kenya exhibits classic, timeless beauty through portraits of the women of the Rendille tribe in a nod to fashion photography. Offered in a limited edition, these works are printed on Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta paper, which sets the standard for image definition and color depth. Each print includes an embossed certificate of authenticity and is signed and numbered. All images are printed in-house on Hahnemuhle Fine Art Baryta paper and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. For your convenience, all images are printed with a 3” paper border; this is not included in the listed sizes. Through a fashion-inspired lens, photographer and filmmaker Drew Doggett tells extraordinary stories of diverse cultures, animals, places, and communities. He has received over 130 prestigious international awards and has had his artwork featured in many publications, such as Conde Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, Forbes, Bloomberg, Fortune, The Daily Mail, and Outside Magazine. His photographic work can be found in public collections globally, notably the Smithsonian African Art Museum (DC), as well as in hundreds of corporate and private collections in over 20 countries around the world, including that of Alec Baldwin, Gloria Steinem, Nicole Ari Parker, Eric Church...
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2010s Minimalist Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Audrey Atomic by BATIK
Located in London, GB
Audrey Atomic by BATIK Pop Artwork of the iconic Audrey Hepburn during filming of Breakfast At Tiffany's. BATIK is an increasingly collectable pop artist currently living and wor...
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2010s Modern Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Portrait of a Rendille woman looking out over her ancestral territory in Kenya
Located in US
Portrait of a Rendille woman looking out over her ancestral territory in Kenya A Rendille woman dressed in traditional cultural beaded jewelry looks over her native homeland in East...
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2010s Minimalist Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Stieglitz, Georgia O'Keeffe, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial Portfolio (after)
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Halftone photographic print on gloss photographic paper. Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued. Good Condition; never framed or matted. Notes: From the folio, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial ...
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1940s Modern Black and White Photography

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Lithograph

Tulip - analogue black and white floral photography
Located in London, GB
'Tulip’ London, United Kingdom 2024. It is a still life black and white film photograph, made with a large format 4x5 Linhof camera. The photograph is signed front and back and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Carefully placed in a secure cardboard package and shipped with an insured express delivery service. Please feel free to contact if you have any questions. About the artist: Ugne Pouwell is a fine art photographer originally from Lithuania. Today she makes most of her creative work in London, United Kingdom. Her main focus is black-and-white landscape and floral photography...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Photographic Film, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Giclée

Vintage Signed SIlver Gelatin Photograph Christo Wrapped Kunsthalle Cugini Photo
Located in Surfside, FL
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Wrapped Kunsthalle, Bern Switzerland (1968) Vintage silver gelatin print signed by Christo lower right Photographed by Thomas Cugini, Swiss (b. 1938) 10 1/...
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1960s Abstract Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

A Tina Modotti photograph of a Diego Rivera Mural
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1920s Tina Modotti photograph of a Diego Rivera mural, depicting the Agricultural School in Chapingo, Mexico. Stamped “Photographs-Tina Modotti Mexico, D.F.” on reverse. Tina Mod...
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1920s Modern Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

"Ghost of the Mountain" 40x60 Photography of Mountain Lion Cougar Unsigned Print
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Image title: "Ghost of the Mountain" 40x60 Printed on Kodak luster using archival ink Framing available. Inquire for rates. Shane Russeck is a modern day photographer, adventurer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

36x48 "King of the Mountain", Black and White Photography, Cougar, Mountain Lion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a contemporary photograph of a Mountain Lion. 36x48 Edition of 12. Singed and numbered by Shane on the bottom corners Printed on archival paper using archival inks Framing...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Charlotte-Signed limited edition fine art print, Black and white photo, Sexy
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte - Signed limited edition archival pigment print, Edition of 5 This is an Archival Pigment print on fiber based paper ( Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Baryta 315 gsm , Acid- and lig...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Paper, Black and White, Giclée, Archival Pigment, Pigment, Phot...

Thunderweb - underwater black & white nude photograph - print on paper 16" x 24"
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An underwater black and white photograph of beautiful naked young woman in a pool filled with sun light. The bottom of the pool is covered with a mysterious web of ripple shadows and...
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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

3499 - Black and white analogue female portrait, 40x32cm
Located in London, GB
'3499' Photograph printed on heavyweight fine art paper, signed and stamped at the bottom righthand corner and at the back. Photograph comes with a certificate of authenticity. L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Film, Photographic Film, Archival Paper, Giclée

Nida - Black and White Analogue photograph of sand dunes and Baltic sea
Located in London, GB
'Nida' Is a 35mm black and white photograph of Baltic coast sand dunes in Nida, Lithuania taken during the summer of 2016. From a limited edition of 20. Printed on Hahnemühle Phot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Film, Archival Paper, Giclée

Glacial Peaks, Signed Print, 2019
Located in Delaware , OH
ABOUT THIS PIECE: This black and white photograph is a landscape print named "Glacial Peaks" and was part of a landscape series shot in Patagonia. This is a limited edition, hand-si...
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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Rag Paper, Black and White

Plaza
Located in Kansas City, MO
Paul Middleton Plaza Year: 2024 Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemuehle Baryta Rag Framed Size: 13 x 13 x 0.25 inches COA provided *Ready to hang; matted and framed in a minimal black...
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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Patti Astor The Foreigner 1977 film still (Amos Poe The Foreigner)
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Fernando Natalici Patti Astor The Foreigner New York 1977: Actress and legendary downtown NY scenester Patti Astor, photographed during the filming of "The Foreigner" by celebrated N...
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1970s Pop Art Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

California Theater Marquee, Los Angeles
Located in Hudson, NY
Listing is for UNFRAMED print. Inquire within for framing. Edition of 15. If the exhibition piece is sold or the customer orders a different print size, the photograph is produced upon purchase. Please allow two weeks for production. Shipping time depends on method of shipping. Price is subject to availability. The Robin Rice Gallery reserves the right to adjust this price depending on the current edition of the photograph. ABOUT: Since the inception of Sunshine & Noir in 2001, Alleman has shot extensively in Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and other American cities. In his latest iteration Alleman takes a detour beyond the frenetic landscapes of urban America into Paris - playfully guiding the viewer through a simultaneously familiar and foreign geography. In the exhibition, square and panoramic landscapes and iconic landmarks stretch across the gallery, where Alleman creates intrigue by re-expressing instantly recognizable subjects. Images with blurred, vignetted edges epitomize his surrealist style, haunting throughout the series. His artful mastery at capturing movement is seen in the invitational image, San Fernando Valley, LA, where a van is swallowed by a mass of twisted bicycles. The blurred clouds above give the illusion that the broken down vehicle is actually racing down the highway. This interesting paradox of a decrepit van seemingly in lively motion reflects Alleman’s trademark style - quirky, humorous, and often nostalgic. His love for the ironic and misplaced becomes further evident in the panoramic California Theater Marquee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Stieglitz, Spring Showers, New York, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial Portfolio (after)
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Halftone photographic print on gloss photographic paper. Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued. Good Condition; never framed or matted. Notes: From the folio, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial ...
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1940s Modern Black and White Photography

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Lithograph

AMERICAN HORSE POWER 28x40 Photography Wild Horses Mustangs FORD BRONCO ICON
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1STDIBS EXCLUSIVE Original museum grade exhibition poster American Horse Power by Shane Russeck "Icon is a brand I’ve admired and respected for years. They are the pinnacle of the c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Poppy bloom - Black and White analogue floral photography, Limited edition of 20
Located in London, GB
'Poppy Bloom’ London, United Kingdom 2024. It is a still life black and white film photograph, made with a large format 4x5 Linhof camera. The photograph is signed front and back...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Photographic Film, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Giclée

Untitled (Two Men with Boxing Gloves and Rifle)
Located in New York, NY
This black and white photograph by Bob Mizer is offered by CLAMP in New York City. Untitled (Two Men with Boxing Gloves and Rifle) Inscribed in pencil, verso; Also stamped, verso V...
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Constellation - underwater nude photograph - archival pigment print 35" x 51"
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An underwater almost monochrome photograph of a naked young women wrapped in fishing net. Original digital archival pigment print signed by the artist. Limited edition of 24. Paper...
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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Self Portrait with Saguaro About My Same Age
Located in New York, NY
Platinum print (Edition of 100) Titled and dated in pencil, recto Signed and dated in pencil, verso 10 x 12 inches, sheet size 8 x 10 inches, image size This artwork is offered by...
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1990s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Platinum

Peter’s Neighborhood
Located in Kansas City, MO
Tim Pott Peter’s Neighborhood Year: 2024 Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemuehle Baryta Rag Framed Size: 13 x 13 x 0.25 inches COA provided *Ready to hang; matted and framed in a mini...
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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Undo - Analogue black and white abstract expressionism, Limited edition 5 of 10
Located in London, GB
'Undo' 2021 by Ugne Pouwell Printed on 38x30cm Hahnemuhle fine art paper. It is a 35mm film double-exposure composition. Photograph is a limited edition of 10. Printed on archival Hahnemühle Photo Rag Baryta paper. Signed both front and back with Certificate of Authenticity. Photograph is shipped fast and flat in secure thick cardboard packaging. Ugne Pouwell is a fine art photographer originally from Lithuania. Today she makes most of her creative work in London, United Kingdom. Her main focus is black and white landscape and floral photography. Mainly using a large format 4x5 Linhof camera to express the timeless beauty of the subject in focus. Many of the influences come from 20th-century photography. She processes her work from start to finish: film processing, scanning and printing. Awards: 2022 Black Spider Awards, Honourable mention in Still-life 2022 IPA International Photography Awards, Honourable mention in Analogue / Film Fine Art 2021 Mono Visions...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Black and White Photography

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Black and White, Giclée

Human and Animal Locomotion. Plate 615.
Located in New York, NY
Human and Animal Locomotion. Plate 615. Canter; bareback; dark-gray Belgian horse Hansel 14 x 20 inch original vintage collotype print from 1887 Image size 9 x 12.75 inches Muybridge...
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1880s Black and White Photography

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Photographic Paper

"Chasing the Light" 36x48 Black and White Photography of Wild Horses, Photograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a contemporary black and white photograph of Northern California Wild Mustangs. "They represent the ultimate expression of American freedom" Unsigned print. Printed on lust...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

"Biltmore" Photography 30" x 40" inch Edition of 5 by Oleg Char
Located in Culver City, CA
"Biltmore" Photography 30" x 40" inch Edition of 5 by Oleg Char Medium: Hahnemühle Baryta Paper Not framed. Ships in a tube. Other sizes available: Edition of 5: 30" x 40" inch ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Digital

Stieglitz, Mountains and Sky, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial Portfolio (after)
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Halftone photographic print on gloss photographic paper. Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued. Good Condition; never framed or matted. Notes: From the folio, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial ...
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1940s Modern Black and White Photography

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Lithograph

"Faith", Signed Print, 2020
Located in Delaware , OH
"Faith", Signed Print ABOUT THIS PIECE: This fine art photography print "Faith" was part of a portrait series shot in studio. This is a limited edition, hand-signed print with a ce...
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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Rag Paper, Black and White

Photo Lithograph Jannis Kounellis Arte Povera Italian Avant Garde Etching
Located in Surfside, FL
'Lo faro il litterato tutta la vita' Photo Lithography on rag paper hand signed lower right in pencil: Kounellis numbered 37/90. Provenance: The Collection of Ileana Sonnabend (Mrs L...
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1960s Arte Povera Black and White Photography

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Lithograph

Stieglitz, The Terminal, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial Portfolio (after)
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Halftone photographic print on gloss photographic paper. Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued. Good Condition; never framed or matted. Notes: From the folio, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial ...
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1940s Modern Black and White Photography

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Lithograph

Lillies in Glass Vase, Still LIfe
Located in Carmel, CA
Hand printed by the artist. Signed in pencil on verso. Unique / Rare Obtain from the artist.
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

"Bear Beach" 60x45 Black & White Photography, Grizzly Bear, Fine Art Photograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a contemporary photograph of a Brown Bear. This was shot on Kodiak Island in 2019. Archival pigment paper Archival Inks Signed and numbered Framing available. Inquire fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Soulmates 40x60 Black and White Photography of Wild Horses Mustangs Photograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a contemporary black and white photograph of Northern California Wild Mustangs. "They represent the ultimate expression of American freedom" 40 x 60 Edition of 10 Signed and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Stieglitz, Hands, Dorothy Norman, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial Portfolio (after)
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Halftone photographic print on gloss photographic paper. Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued. Good Condition; never framed or matted. Notes: From the folio, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial ...
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1940s Modern Black and White Photography

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Lithograph

Temple
Located in Kansas City, MO
Don Porter Temple Year: 2024 Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemuehle Baryta Rag Framed Size: 13 x 13 x 0.25 inches COA provided *Ready to hang; matted and framed in a minimal black fra...
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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

"Flight", Miami Beach, Florida, 2001
Located in Hudson, NY
This images sits on the paper size with a white border to matt over or to frame tot he edge . The image estimate is 26" x 38". on the 30" x 40" paper size . Eternally suspended in m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

"Orca Double Breach" 36x48 Black and White Killer Whale Photography Photograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shot in the off the San Juan Islands this is the only known image of a double synchronized breach with two adult Orcas. This was a once in a lifetime event. This is the first time t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Orchid in Black Sculpey, fine art photography, still life
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Orchid in Black Sculpey, fine art photography, still life "Flowers" is an ongoing series in which Pitts collects various flora and backdrops to set the stage for his large format vi...
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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Trees in snowy Field, winterland, black and white photography, art, landscape
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Black and white fine art landscape photography. Archival pigment ink print as part of a limited edition of 7. All Gerald Berghammer prints are made to order in limited editions on Ha...
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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Photographic Film, Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Black and White, Digita...

Human and Animal Locomotion. Plate 597.
Located in New York, NY
Human and Animal Locomotion. Plate 597. Trotting; bareback; dark-gray Belgian horse Hansel 14 x 20 inch original vintage collotype print from 1887 Image size 7 5/8 x 13 inches Muyb...
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1880s Black and White Photography

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Photographic Paper

"Bison Portrait Black & White Photography Buffalo 48x36 Signed Photograph Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a contemporary photograph of an American Bison. Printed on archival luster paper using archival inks. Framing available. Inquire for rates. 36x48 Signed and numbered Editi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Animal Landscape Large Photograph Leopard Black White Nature Africa Wildlife
Located in Norfolk, GB
Aditya Dicky Singh Untitled Infrared photograph on fine-art Hahnemuhle archival paper 45" x 64" unframed (114cm x 163cm) 2016 Edition 3/10 *Should you wish the photograph to be prin...
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2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper

Misty morning on the Lake, Jetty, Pier, black and white photography, landscape
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Black and white fine art long exposure waterscape - landscape photography. Archival pigment ink print as part of a limited edition of 7. All Gerald Berghammer prints are made to orde...
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2010s Minimalist Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Black and White, Digital, Giclée, Archival...

Dog Walk, NYC
Located in Carmel, CA
Hand printed silver gelatin photograph. Funny quirky taken downtown New York.
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Dori Ghezzi - Photograph - 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Dori Ghezzi is a vintage black and white photograph realized in the 1970s. Good conditions.
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1970s Modern Black and White Photography

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Photographic Paper

Stieglitz, The Steerage, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial Portfolio (after)
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Halftone photographic print on gloss photographic paper. Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued. Good Condition; never framed or matted. Notes: From the folio, Alfred Stieglitz Memorial ...
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1940s Modern Black and White Photography

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Lithograph

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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