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Black and White Photography For Sale
Period: 1980s
Color:  Brown
Fidel Castro - Vintage Press Print - 1986
Located in Roma, IT
Fidel Castro - Vintage press print, Sepia Photo realized in 1986. Anniversary Salute -On the occasion of the anniversary in July of 1986 in the city of S...
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1980s Modern Black and White Photography

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Photographic Paper

Iceland (Landscape w/ mountains in background, and horses grazing on plains)
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Finnish photographer Pentti Sammallahti depicts nature, eroded and broken down by civilization, but does not put man and the environment in opposite camps. He sees an equal relations...
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1980s Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Birds - Original Photograph by Pino Settanni - 1985
Located in Roma, IT
Birds is an original artwork realized by Pino Settanni in 1985. Black and white photograph applied on a yellowish card-board. Good conditions. Pino Settanni (1949 - 2010). He was...
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1980s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Madonna and John “Jellybean” Benitez
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This is a unique work. The work is stable and was treated by the country’s number one photography conservator, Peter Mustardo of The Better Image. Stamped on the reverse by The Andy Warhol Authentication Board, Inc. The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts number also on verso. Authenticated by The Andy Warhol Authentication Board, Inc. Comes with an Authentication Letter. Provenance: Gift of the Artist to Pat Hackett Collection to Hedges Projects...
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1980s Pop Art Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Mick Jagger in hat for Interview Magazine
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This work is unique. Cropped for use in Interview Magazine. Provenance: Estate of the Artist to The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts to ...
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1980s Pop Art Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Josie Borain
Located in New York, NY
Solarized gelatin silver print Blindstamped in caps, "Sheila Metzner Photography," l.r. 14 x 11 inches, sheet size 13 x 8.5 inches, image size This artwork is offered by ClampArt, ...
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1980s Other Art Style Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

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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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