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Period: 1950s
Purezza, Miyajima - Japan 1960 - Large size Black & White Fine Art Print
Located in Brussels, BE
Artwork # 1 on 5 sold in limited edition in perfect condition Purezza, Miyajima - Japan 1960 This photo was made in 1960, the negative was digitized dur...
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Photorealist 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

"Jamaican Spectators" by Thurston Hopkins
Located in London, GB
"Jamaican Spectators" by Thurston Hopkins 12th December 1953: Spectators at a cycling race track on the outskirts of Kingston, Jamaica. Original Publication: Picture Post - 6832 - The Royal Tour...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

"Cheeky Briefs" by Kurt Hutton
Located in London, GB
Cheeky Briefs by Kurt Hutton A badly sun-burned holidaymaker admires his friend's leopard-print briefs, while standing at the bar of a holiday camp on C...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Hungarian revolutionaries hanging pro-Soviet activist, Hungary 1956.
Located in Cologne, DE
Hungarian revolutionaries hanging pro-Soviet activist, Hungary 1956. Keywords: Hungary; Hungarian; people; crowd; revolution; 1956; 1950s; uprising; lynching; violence; tree; killin...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Encore Du Vin
Located in London, GB
A waiter serving clients outside a cafe in Le Mans, France, July 1955. Original publication: Picture Post – 7852 – Motor-Racing Must Go On ! – pub. 12th July...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Mercedes Racer
Located in London, GB
Argentinian race car driver Juan Fangio (1911 – 1995) in his Mercedes at Le Mans, June 1955. The race saw the death of Mercedes team mate Pierre Levegh and 80 spectators. Original Pu...
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1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

100th Anniversary Celebration Coffret # 10 - Canada - Vintage Photography
Located in Brussels, BE
Artwork sold in perfect condition Fabrizio La Torre’s 100th Anniversary Celebration (1921-2021) Set # 10 - Canada Limited edition of 100 Coffrets for each themes, all artworks printe...
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Photorealist 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Jack Nicklaus Candid and Smiling
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white candid capture of golf legend Jack Nicklaus candid and smiling. Jack Nicklaus , nicknamed "the Golden Bear", is an American retired professional golfer and golf cour...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Iconics by Fabrizio La Torre - Set # 2 - Roma - 1956 - Vintage Photographs
Located in Brussels, BE
Artworks sold in perfect condition : Set # 2 composed of 5 Gallery Print 30x40 cm This is an exceptional offer that we are presenting today. For almost four years, here on 1stdibs, a...
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Photorealist 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Sal Mineo in Santa Monica
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white portrait of Rebel Without a Cause actor (alongside James Dean), Sal Mineo. Taken on Santa Monica beach by renowned photographer, Frank Worth in 1956. This listing is...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Fancy Heel (1955) - Silver Gelatin Fibre Print
Located in London, GB
Fancy Heel (1955) - Silver Gelatin Fibre Print (Photo by Chaloner Woods) 15th November 1955: Stiletto heeled shoes with pointed toes. The heels are d...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White, Silver Gelatin

Rita Hayworth
Located in Austin, TX
This beautiful vintage portrait features Rita Hayworth posed in a Hawaiian outfit, posed amongst palm trees.Rita Hayworth was an American actress and dancer. She achieved fame during...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

St. Peter's Square Rome, Black and White, Italy 1950s; 16.6 x 23.4 cm
Located in Cologne, DE
Silver Gelatine Print by Erich Andres, ca 1950. Andres was born 1905 in Germany and passed away 1992. He started his career as a photographer in 1920. He was one of the first photogr...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Ancora il vapore, Canada, 1955 - Limited Edition Black & White Photography
Located in Brussels, BE
Artwork sold in perfect condition During the 15 years during which he gave himself to photography, Fabrizio La Torre traveled to Italy, Europe, North America and Asia. From everywhe...
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Photorealist 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Elizabeth Taylor on Bed - Photograph and Vintage Large Format Negative
Located in Austin, TX
~ Globe Photos Exclusive Offering for Sotheby's and 1stDibs ~ Offered exclusively to our Sotheby's and 1stDibs customers, Globe Photos is proud to announce a new hand-curated collec...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Pottery, Shop, Street Photography, Black and White, Italy 1950s, 17.8 x 12.4 cm
Located in Cologne, DE
Silver Gelatine Print by Erich Andres, ca 1950. Andres was born 1905 in Germany and passed away 1992. He started his career as a photographer in 1920. He was one of the first photogr...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin, Black and White

James Dean with Windmill in "Giant"
Located in Austin, TX
This atmospheric black and white portrait features actor James Dean in his starring role for the film "Giant", 1955. Giant was the last of James Dean's three films as a leading act...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Woman, street photography, Black and White, Paris, 1950s, 23 x 16, 8 cm
Located in Cologne, DE
Silver Gelatine Print by Erich Andres, ca 1950. Andres was born 1905 in Germany and passed away 1992. He started his career as a photographer in 1920. He was one of the first photogr...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin, Black and White

Ingrid Bergman and Lars Schmidt with Dog
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white candid capture of Ingrid Bergman and Lars Schmidt outside of their home, walking a dog. Ingrid Bergman was a Swedish actress. With a career spanning five decades,Ber...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Danny Thomas Petting His Dog
Located in Austin, TX
This black and white capture features Danny Thomas in suit stroking his pet dog outdoors. Danny Thomas was an American actor, singer, nightclub comedian, producer, and philanthropist...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

"Taylor In Ball Gown" by Silver Screen Collection
Located in London, GB
"Taylor In Ball Gown" by Silver Screen Collection British-born American actress Elizabeth Taylor (1932 - 2011) in a white, off-the shoulder ball gown, circa 1951. Unframed Paper Si...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Sophia Loren: Those Eyes
Located in Austin, TX
This black and white outdoors portrait features Italian film actress and singer Sophia Loren posed with a sultry expression and piercing eyes for her role in "Legend of the Lost" Kn...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

New England Skiing Essentials Slim Aarons Estate Stamped Print
Located in London, GB
New England Skiing Essentials 1955 by Slim Aarons Slim Aarons Limited Estate Edition A couple prepare for a day’s skiing in New Hampshire, 1955. unframed Silver gelatin print pr...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Bing Crosby Strolling in Duster
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white capture of Bing Crosby strolling on a street in a stylish duster coat. Bing Crosby was an American singer, actor, television producer, television and radio personali...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Frank Sinatra and Lauren Bacall at Villa Capri
Located in Austin, TX
Frank Sinatra and Lauren Bacall smiling while having a meal at a cafe, 1957. Frank Sinatra was an American singer and actor. Nicknamed the "Chairman of the Board" and later called ...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Queen Elizabeth II - Vintage Photograph - Late 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Queen Elizabeth II is a vintage black and white photograph. Good conditions but blurry.
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Photographic Paper

"Star Trio" by Darlene Hammond
Located in London, GB
"Star Trio" by Darlene Hammond 1953: EXCLUSIVE Married American actors Lauren Bacall (L) and Humphrey Bogart (1899 - 1957) pose with American actor Marilyn Monroe (1926 - 1962) at t...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Jean Patchett For Saks Fifth Avenue, Estate Edition, Portrait Photograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mid-1950s portrait photograph, captured by society photographer Slim Aarons, features American model Jean Patchett wearing an outfit by Saks Fifth Avenue, circa 1955. Patchett w...
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American Realist 1950s Black and White Photography

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Emulsion, Photographic Paper, ABS, Black and White, Digital, Photogram

Kings Of Hollywood Slim Aarons Official Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
Kings Of Hollywood 1957 Slim Aarons Limited Estate Edition Clark Gable (1901 – 1960), Van Heflin (1910 – 1971), Gary Cooper (1901 – 1961) and James Stewart (1908 – 1997) enjoying...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White, Silver Gelatin

Agatha Christie at home
Located in Cologne, DE
Agatha Christie at home 1959.
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

An Anxious Wait Slim Aarons Estate Stamped Print
Located in London, GB
An Anxious Wait 1951 by Slim Aarons Slim Aarons Limited Estate Edition 2nd April 1951: American actress, Gloria Swanson, anxiously awaits the results of the Best Actress award at a cafe on West 52nd Street, New York. On her left is her fellow nominee and the eventual winner, Judy Holliday...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Beskydy : Czech Mountains - Original Gelatin Silver Photograph, 1956
Located in Paris, IDF
Josef Sudek Beskydy : Czech Mountains, 1959 Original gelatin silver print 11.5 x 14 cm (c. 4.3 x 6.7 in) Dated and titled on the back Signed on the back by Petr Helbich (the assista...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Elvis With Fans (1956) Silver Gelatin Print
Located in London, GB
Elvis Adoration (1956) (Photo By Phillip Harrington) May 27, 1956 Fans Reacting to Elvis Presley Performing at the University of Dayton Fieldhouse. Additional Infomation: Unframed Paper Size: 20 x 16'' Printed Later Paper: Silver Gelatin Fibre Print Limited edition to 25 only About the Image: Elvis Aaron Presley, also known simply as Elvis, was an American singer, musician and actor. He is regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century and is often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll" or simply "the King". NOTE OTHER SIZES OF THIS IMAGE AVAILABLE 10 x 12'' 12 x 16'' FRAMING AVAILABLE ON REQUEST About the Artist: Phillip A. Harrington was born in 1920 and grew up in Holland, Michigan. He developed an interest in photography at an early age, joining the high school camera club at 16. At the age of 19, Harrington moved to New York City to study at the Clarence. H. White school of photography, a prestigious institution with graduates such as Margaret Bourke-White, Dorothea Lange, Laura Gilpin, and Ralph Steiner. Harrington studied under Clarence White, Jr., who described Harrington as being among the school’s best students. Elvis, Elvis Presley, Elvis Presley, LEADING MEN, Phillip Harrington Retro Vintage Black and white Photography...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White, 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 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Queen Elizabeth II and Mother Queen - Vintage Photograph 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Queen Elizabeth II and Mother Queenis a vintage black and white photograph realized by Associated Press Photo. With the stamp of "copyright" on the rear Good conditions.
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Photographic Paper

Marilyn Quiet Moment 1955 (Framed)
Located in London, GB
Marylin Monroe relaxes on a couch in her hotel room at the Ambassador Hotel in New York City. TITLE: MARYLIN QUIET MOMENT 1955 PHOTO: ED FEINGERSH PAPER: SILVER GELATIN RESIN PRINT...
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1950s Black and White Photography

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Photographic Paper, Silver Gelatin

Kings of Hollywood
Located in New York, NY
Film stars (left to right) Clark Gable (1901 - 1960), Van Heflin (1910 - 1971), Gary Cooper (1901 - 1961) and James Stewart (1908 - 1997) enjoy a joke at a New Year's party held at R...
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Realist 1950s Black and White Photography

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Lambda

The young Marilyn Monroe, ca. early 1950s
Located in Cologne, DE
Norma Jeane Mortenson or better known as Marilyn Monroe – iconic, beautiful and maybe the most known Hollywood Stars of the 20th century. Born and raised in Los Angeles, USA, she spe...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Elvis At The Piano (1956)
Located in London, GB
Elvis Adoration (1956) (Photo By Phillip Harrington) May 27, 1956 Elvis Presley spends some time on the piano while waiting for a show to start at the University of Dayton Fieldhouse. Additional Information: Unframed Paper Size: 20x30'' Printed Later About the Image: Elvis Aaron Presley, also known simply as Elvis, was an American singer, musician and actor. He is regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century and is often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll" or simply "the King". NOTE OTHER SIZES OF THIS IMAGE AVAILABLE 10 x 12'' 12 x 16'' 16 x 20'' 20 x 24'' 20 x 30'' FRAMING AVAILABLE ON REQUEST About the Artist: Phillip A. Harrington was born in 1920 and grew up in Holland, Michigan. He developed an interest in photography at an early age, joining the high school camera club at 16. At the age of 19, Harrington moved to New York City to study at the Clarence. H. White school of photography, a prestigious institution with graduates such as Margaret Bourke-White, Dorothea Lange, Laura Gilpin, and Ralph Steiner. Harrington studied under Clarence White, Jr., who described Harrington as being among the school’s best students. Elvis, Elvis Presley, Elvis Presley2, LEADING MEN, Phillip Harrington Retro Vintage Black and white Photography...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White, Archival Pigment

Slim Aarons 'The Carlton Hotel' Official Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'The Carlton Hotel' A Cadillac with Florida plates parked outside the Carlton Hotel, Cannes, France, circa 1955. Paper size 20 x 20 inches / 51 x 51 cm Estate Stamped Collecti...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin, Black and White

Marilyn Monroe, unique print of 1988 from original negative
Located in Cologne, DE
Ed Feingersh photographed Marilyn Monroe for Redbook magazine in March 1955 for a story which would follow Monroe through her daily routine, the photography to be candid and shot wit...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

'Skiing Starters' Slim Aarons Limited Edition Estate Stamped Print
Located in London, GB
New England Skiing - 'Skiing Starters' (1955) - Limited Edition Estate Stamped - Silver Gelatin Fibre Print (Photo By Slim Aarons/Getty Images Archive) A young skier prefers to ca...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White, Silver Gelatin

Evening Dress (1955) Limited Estate Stamped - Grande XL
Located in London, GB
Evening Dress (1955) Limited Estate Stamped - Grande XL (Photo By Slim Aarons) Mrs. Augustus G. Paine II at the house of her father, Earl E. T. Smith, wearing an evening dress by...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White, Archival Pigment

"Blackpool Railings" by Bert Hardy
Located in London, GB
"Blackpool Railings" by Bert Hardy Two women chatting on the railings in Blackpool. The picture was taken by Bert Hardy using a single-focus box ca...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

"Interviewing Grace" by Bob Harrow
Located in London, GB
"Interviewing Grace" by Bob Harrow May 1956: American actress Grace Kelly (1929 - 1982) being interviewed by journalists aboard the 'Constitution' before her wedding to Prince Rainier...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Prado Visitors, Madrid, Estate Edition, Portrait Photograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mid-1950s portrait photograph, captured by society photographer Slim Aarons, features visitors at the The Prado Museum (Museo Nacional del Prado) viewing Diego Velázquez's maste...
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Realist 1950s Black and White Photography

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Lambda

Marilyn Monroe Candid Kneeling on Couch Vintage Press Print
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white candid capture of star actress Marilyn Monroe candid and kneeling on a couch. -- One-of-a-kind original vintage press print from the Celebrity Vault archives. Own a ...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

An Anxious Wait (1951) -Silver Gelatin Fibre Print -Estate Stamped Issue
Located in London, GB
Limited Edition Estate Stamped Print (edition size 1/150). 2nd April 1951: American actress, Gloria Swanson, anxiously awaits the results of the Best Actress award at a cafe on West ...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White, Silver Gelatin

"Sharing A Chair" by Thurston Hopkins
Located in London, GB
"Sharing A Chair" by Thurston Hopkins 12th February 1955: A young couple getting to know each other at the Manchester University Student Union Fresher's Ball. Unframed Paper Size: ...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Nurburgring, Germany
Located in Denton, TX
Open Edition Signed in black ink on print margin by Jesse Alexander Paper size: 20 x 14, Image size: 14 x 14 in. Jesse Alexander was considered one of the greatest race car photogra...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

"Chihuahuas" by Keystone
Located in London, GB
"Chihuahuas" by Keystone A small dog's eye-view of two chihuahuas and their owners waiting for judges at Cruft's all-champion dog show. Unframed Paper Size: 20" x 24'' (inches) Pri...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

"Star Trio" by Darlene Hammond
Located in London, GB
"Star Trio" by Darlene Hammond 1953: Married American actors Lauren Bacall (L) and Humphrey Bogart (1899 - 1957) pose with American actor Marilyn Monroe (1926 - 1962) at the premier...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Las Vegas Luxury
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Austrian actress Mara Lane enjoys waiter service in the pool at the Sands Hotel, Las Vegas, 1954. Slim Aarons Spring Break Black and White Photography Slim ...
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American Realist 1950s Black and White Photography

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Emulsion, Photographic Paper, ABS, Black and White, Digital, Photogram

"Pavilion Blur" by Thurston Hopkins
Located in London, GB
"Pavilion Blur" by Thurston Hopkins 8th August 1953: A blur of participants in the Holiday Girl Beauty Competition at the Royal Pavilion in Brighton, E...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

"Chihuahuas" by Keystone
Located in London, GB
"Chihuahuas" by Keystone A small dog's eye-view of two chihuahuas and their owners waiting for judges at Cruft's all-champion dog show. Unframed Paper Size: 20" x 24'' (inches) Pri...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Slim Aarons Estate Print - Seaplane At Palm Beach 1955
Located in London, GB
Seaplane At Palm Beach Patsy Pulitzer leaning against a seaplane belonging to the Everglades Flying Service, at Palm Beach, Florida, circa 1955...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White, Silver Gelatin

Vic, Spain, Marketplace
Located in Cologne, DE
Silver Gelatin Print by Erich Andres, 1955. Andres was born 1905 in Germany and passed away 1992. He started his career as a photographer in 1920. He was one of the first photographe...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Marilyn Monroe Posing in Studio, ca. 1950s, 18, 1 x 23, 9 cm
Located in Cologne, DE
Norma Jeane Mortenson or better known as Marilyn Monroe – iconic, beautiful and maybe the most known Hollywood Stars of the 20th century. Born and raised in Los Angeles, USA, she spe...
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Modern 1950s Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Jane Russell in Crowd
Located in Austin, TX
This black and white candid capture features a radiant Jane Russell stands out from the crowd while arriving for an event in Hollywood, California, circa 1958. Jane Russell was an ...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

James Dean and Elizabeth Taylor in Car on the Set of Giant
Located in Austin, TX
James Dean and Elizabeth Taylor in a car on the set of the 1950s Film "Giant". Giant is a 1956 American epic Western drama film, directed by George Stevens from a screenplay adapted by Fred Guiol and Ivan Moffat from Edna Ferber...
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Contemporary 1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

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