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Modern Figurative Photography

MODERN STYLE

The first decades of the 20th century were a period of artistic upheaval, with modern art movements including Cubism, Surrealism, Futurism and Dadaism questioning centuries of traditional views of what art should be. Using abstraction, experimental forms and interdisciplinary techniques, painters, sculptors, photographers, printmakers and performance artists all pushed the boundaries of creative expression.

Major exhibitions, like the 1913 Armory Show in New York City — also known as the “International Exhibition of Modern Art,” in which works like the radically angular Nude Descending a Staircase by Marcel Duchamp caused a sensation — challenged the perspective of viewers and critics and heralded the arrival of modern art in the United States. But the movement’s revolutionary spirit took shape in the 19th century.

The Industrial Revolution, which ushered in new technology and cultural conditions across the world, transformed art from something mostly commissioned by the wealthy or the church to work that responded to personal experiences. The Impressionist style emerged in 1860s France with artists like Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne and Edgar Degas quickly painting works that captured moments of light and urban life. Around the same time in England, the Pre-Raphaelites, like Edward Burne-Jones and Dante Gabriel Rossetti, borrowed from late medieval and early Renaissance art to imbue their art with symbolism and modern ideas of beauty.

Emerging from this disruption of the artistic status quo, modern art went further in rejecting conventions and embracing innovation. The bold legacy of leading modern artists Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Salvador Dalí, Henri Matisse, Joan Miró, Marc Chagall, Piet Mondrian and many others continues to inform visual culture today.

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Style: Modern
Lynmouth, Great Britain - Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Lynmouth, Great Britain is a black and white vintage photo, realized in the early 20th century. It belongs to historical album including masterpieces of historical places including c...
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20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Slim Aarons - Lounging In Verbier Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'Lounging In Verbier' by Slim Aarons Holidaymakers in sun loungers on the slopes at Verbier, Switzerland, February 1964. Gorgeous print measuring a large 60 x 40" inches / ca 152 x...
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Family Chair Slim Aarons Limited Estate Print
Located in London, GB
Family Chair Elizabeth Matthews, descendant of H M Flagler co-founder of Palm Beach, sits in her great-grandfather’s favourite chair in front of the fami...
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

'Catherine Wilke' 1980 Slim Aarons Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'Catherine Wilke' Catherine Wilke joins the topless sunbathers - along with Elisabetta Catalano, Charlotte Ticken and Pamela Grupas - at the Hotel Punta Tragara on the island of Ca...
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1980s Modern Figurative Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

Nirvana 1972 Slim Aarons Limited Estate Print
Located in London, GB
'Nirvana' The pool at Villa Nirvana, Acapulco, Mexico. Old Acapulco can be seen across the bay, 1st February 1972. A simply stunning scene; showing stylish guests enjoying the Mex...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment, Color

Leonard Bernstein - Photo- 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Leonard Bernstein is a photograph realized in the 1970s. Good conditions.
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

The Kiss - Photo by Steen Mansson - 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
The Kiss is a black and white vintage photo, realized in 1970s, by Steen Mansson. Good conditions and aged. It belongs to a historical and nostalgic album including historical mome...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Terry O'Neill 'Frank Sinatra boardwalk'
Located in New York, NY
Frank Sinatra and entourage on Miami Beach 1968 (printed later) C print 20 x 24 inches Signed and numbered edition of 50 with certificate of authenticity from the Terry O'Neill estate This picture was taken on the first day of filming, as Senatra walked from his hotel at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach to the set of ‘The Lady in Cement’. “This was the first time I ever saw Frank and I was astonished by the mere power of his presence, mesmerizing the crowd as he walked casually past." - Terry O'Neill Terry O'Neill CBE (1938-2019) was an eminent English photographer known for his masterful documentation of the 1960s fashions, styles, and celebrities. Born in London, his artistry deftly exhibited the keenness of capturing his subjects in candid moments or unconventional environments, reflecting a compelling narrative that was both revealing and authentic. O'Neill's photographic legacy spans across prominent personalities, including influential figures such as Winston Churchill, Nelson Mandela, iconic musicians like Frank Sinatra, Elvis, and Amy Winehouse, eminent actresses like Audrey Hepburn and Brigitte Bardot, supermodel Kate Moss, and every James Bond from Sean Connery to Pierce Brosnan. This diversity underscores O'Neill's proficiency in embracing the breadth of fame and human charisma. His extraordinary contribution to photography won him The Royal Photographic Society's Centenary Medal in 2011, a testament to his enduring influence. His work has graced numerous exhibitions, contributing to the art form's rich history. Terry O'Neill's indelible mark on photographic art continues to be celebrated at IFAC Arts, and elsewhere. For the complete catalogue of Terry O'Neiil on 1stdibs follow us at International Fine Arts...
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

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C Print

Slim Aarons - Lounging In Verbier Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'Lounging In Verbier' by Slim Aarons Holidaymakers in sun loungers on the slopes at Verbier, Switzerland, February 1964. Gorgeous print measuring a HUGE 60 x 40" inches / ca 152 x ...
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

'Pool In Sotogrande' SLIM AARONS ESTATE Print
Located in London, GB
'Pool In Sotogrande' SLIM AARONS ESTATE Print Giant Estate Stamped Limited Edition Print by Slim Aarons Bathers round a pool in Sotogrande, Spain, August 1975. (Photo by Slim Aa...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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C Print

Slim Aarons Limited Estate Edition 'Penthouse Pool' Supergiant print
Located in London, GB
'Penthouse Pool' Young women by the Canellopoulos penthouse pool, Athens, July 1961. 60 x 60 inches / 152 x 152 cm paper size Estate Stamped Collection Edition to 150 Photo...
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Stay On Target ! II
Located in London, GB
Stay On Target! II Archival pigment pop art print of a Star Wars TIE fighter chasing actor Cary Grant from the infamous scene in Hitchcock’s North By North West...
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2010s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

'Saint-Tropez Boucherie' 1971 Slim Aarons Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'Saint-Tropez Boucherie' 1971 Slim Aarons Limited Estate Edition A boucherie or butcher’s shop on Rue des Commercants in Saint-Tropez, on the French Riviera, August 1971. Produced...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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C Print

'Hondurian Girl' (Oversize C Type print) Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
'Hondurian Girl' Village in Mosquito Coast, Honduras, Central America circa 1980 An richly evocative shot - taken in the l1980s by prolific documentary and well known editorial photographer Alain Le Garsmeur. Beautiful C type print 40x30 inches paper size LIMITED EDITION, unframed. edition size 1 / 100 only Alain Le Garsmeur was born in France in 1943 and after assisting the likes of Helmut Newton, Guy Bourdin and Donald Silverstein...
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1980s Modern Figurative Photography

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C Print

'Lech Ice Bar' Sim Aarons Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'Lech Ice Bar' by Slim Aarons Sim Aarons Estate Edition limited to 150 only - numbered in ink & emboss stamped on front - certificate of authenticity provided. The Ice Bar at the H...
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

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C Print

Portrait of Claudio Abbado - Vintage Photograph - 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Claudio Abbado - Vintage Photograph is a vintage black and white photograph realized in the 1980s. Good conditions.
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1980s Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

The Boston Marathon - American Vintage Photograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
The Boston Marathon - American Vintage Photograph is an original black and white photograph realized in the U.S in the mid-20th Century in a series on ...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Triple Paul Weller by Martyn Goddard Signed Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
Triple Paul Weller Paul Weller photographed for the cover of The Jam album In the City, 1977 Photo by Martyn Goddard Printed 2024. Signed limited edition photograph; edition of 25...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Black and White, Archival Pigment

Sharp Suited The Jam by Martyn Goddard Signed Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
Sharp Suited The Jam Songwriter Paul Weller, drummer Rick Buckler and bassist Bruce Foxton of The Jam. Photo by Martyn Goddard Printed 2024. Signed limited edition photograph; ed...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

Speedboat Landing Slim Aarons Limited Estate Print
Located in London, GB
Speedboat Landing A Magnum motorboat belonging to Count Filippo Theodoli arrives at the private jetty of the Il Pellicano Hotel in Porto Ercole, Italy, August 1973. A modern classic...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment, Color

Henry Kissinger - Vintage Photograph -1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Henry Kissinger is a photograph realized in the 1970s Good conditions. The artwork is realized in a well-balanced composition.
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Ancient Views of Aden - Original Albumen Print - 1880s/90s
Located in Roma, IT
Ancient views of Aden is a set of 2 original vintage albumen prints on single cardboard: 34 x 26 cm. Two Images one front 28 x 22 and on the rear 22.5 x 28. They were realized betw...
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Late 19th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

'Casa De Camp' 1985 Slim Aarons Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'Casa De Camp' 1985 Slim Aarons Limited Estate Edition Print Part of Yvette Bluhdorn's house in Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic, February 1985. Prod...
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1980s Modern Figurative Photography

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C Print, Color

'Pool In Sotogrande' SLIM AARONS ESTATE Print
Located in London, GB
'Pool In Sotogrande' SLIM AARONS ESTATE Print Giant Estate Stamped Limited Edition Print by Slim Aarons Bathers round a pool in Sotogrande, Spain, August 1975. (Photo by Slim Aa...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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C Print

'Beverly Hills Hotel' SLIM AARONS ESTATE Print
Located in London, GB
'Beverly Hills Hotel' SLIM AARONS ESTATE Print LIMITED EDITION Collector's item Giant Estate Stamped Limited Edition Print by Slim Aarons Cars parked outside the Beverly Hills Hot...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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C Print

'Richard Ashcroft Of The Verve' Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
'Richard Ashcroft Of The Verve' at recording studios Limited Edition originally shot for Q Magazine, London 2002. Beautiful Large 20x24" inches C type pr...
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Early 2000s Modern Figurative Photography

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C Print

Historical Photo - Portrait - Vintage Photo - 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Historical Photo - Portrait is a  vintage photo, realized in the 19th Century . The artwork is a well-balanced composition.
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19th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Slim Aarons Estate Print 'Motorboats In Antibes'
Located in London, GB
'Motorboats In Antibes' by Slim Aarons Motorboats moored on the coast near the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes on the French Riviera, August 1969. Beautiful Riva motorboats are se...
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Snowmass Village Slim Aarons Limited Estate Print
Located in London, GB
Snowmass Village Women in colourful hats at an apres ski party in Snowmass Village, in Pitkin County, Colorado, in March 1968. Gorgeous print measu...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

'Curacao Children' Antilles Slim Aarons ESTATE EDITION
Located in London, GB
'Curacao Children' by Slim Aarons Three local children sitting on a low wall, Curacao, Netherlands Antilles, January 1979. An exquisite LIMITED Edition Slim Aarons Estate C-type Pr...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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C Print

Cambodia Smiles Signed Limited Edition Oversize print
Located in London, GB
Cambodia Smiles by Justin Creedy Smith 2001 Boys after the Sunday’s football match on the floating island of Kompong Phluk on lake Tonle Sap (Cambodia). Photo, 02.12.2001 giant ...
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Early 2000s Modern Figurative Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Franco Battiato - Photo- 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Franco Battiato is a photograph realized in the 1980s. Good conditions.
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20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Counsel (outdoor scene, people talking, quiet moment, motion blur, waterfront, )
Located in Kansas City, MO
Jeffrey Tamblyn Counsel Medium: Digital Photography Year: 2021 Size: 16x16 in Edition: 25 Signed, dated and numbered by hand on label COA provided Ref.: 924802-938 Subdued yet color...
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2010s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Man-Made Miracle - Vintage Photograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Man-made Miracle- American Vintage Photograph is an original black and white photograph realized in the U.S in the mid-20th Century in a series on American life in the 20th Century. ...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Queen 1973 - Limited Estate Print
Located in London, GB
© Michael Putland Queen Queen – Roger Taylor, Freddie Mercury, Brian May, and John DeaconLondon 1973 Queen is a legendary British rock band known for their theatrical performances...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Marcello Mastroianni and Sophia Loren - Vintage b/w Photograph - 1970
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Photo. Marcello Mastroianni and Sophia Loren in "La moglie del prete" by Dino Risi (1970).
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Horses - Photo- Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Horses is a vintage black and white photograph realized in the early 20th Century. Good conditions with come folding and missing parts.
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20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

English Cuirassiers Riding Horses - Vintage Photograph - 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
English Cuirassiers Riding Horses is a photograph realized in the 1950s. Good conditions. The artwork is realized in a well-balanced composition.
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1940s Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Portrait of Philip Edmond Wodehouse - Vintage Photo - 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Portrait of Philip Edmond Wodehouse by De Jongh Studio, Lausanne, is a  vintage photo, realized in the late 19th Century . The artwork is a well-balanced composition.
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19th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

El Venero 1967 Slim Aarons Premium Collection Estate Stamped Edition
Located in London, GB
El Venero 1967 El Venero, the Moorish villa of Hector and Chico de Ayala in Marbella, Spain. 30 x 40" inches / 76 x 101 cm paper size. Estate Stamped Collection Edition to 150 P...
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Slim Aarons, Harbour Island (Estate Edition)
Located in New York, NY
Harbour Island, 1970 Chromogenic Lambda Print Estate edition of 150 Harbour Island in the Bahamas, 1970 Estate stamped and hand numbered edition of 15...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Lambda

Catherine Wilke 1980 Slim Aarons Premium Collection Estate Stamped Edition
Located in London, GB
Catherine Wilke 1980 Catherine Wilke joins the topless sunbathers on the island of Capri. 40 x 30" inches / 101 x 76 cm paper size. Estate Stamped Collection Edition to 150 Phot...
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1980s Modern Figurative Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

U2 On Tour by Martyn Goddard Signed Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
U2 On Tour By Martyn Goddard Signed Limited Edition U2 in their tour van at Leeds University 1980 All prints are signed and numbered by the artist. Paper size 16x20 inches printed 2022 Edition size varies with paper size: 11×14 edition of 50 20×16 edition of 40 20×24 edition of 25 40×30 edition of 23 FRAMING: Please note that this piece is unframed – however, we offer a full framing service. If you would like this piece framed, please contact us for a quote. bono adam clayton...
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1980s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment, Color

Slim Aarons - At Lyford Cay - Estate Stamped
Located in London, GB
At Lyford Cay Guests sunbathing by the pool at the Lyford Cay Club in the Lyford Cay gated community on New Providence Island in the Bahamas, 1962. The bui...
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

View Of Rome - Vintage Photograph - Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
View Of Rome - Vintage Photograph realized in the Early 20th Century. Applied on a Passepartout Good conditions. From Vintage Historical Albumen print....
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Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Nice Pool 1955 Slim Aarons Premium Collection Estate Stamped Edition
Located in London, GB
Nice Pool 1955 American writer C.Z. Guest (Mrs F.C. Winston Guest, 1920 – 2003) and her son Alexander Michael Douglas Dudley Guest in front of their Grecian temple pool on the ocean...
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1950s Modern Figurative Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

Day of Celebration - Original Photograph By Michel Dumas - Late 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Day of Celebration is an Original Photograph of the late 19th Century. Period photo from Mr. Dumas' decorations. Good condition on a yellowed paper, some spots on the margin. Incl...
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Late 19th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Catherine Wilke 1980 Slim Aarons Premium Collection Estate Stamped Edition
Located in London, GB
Catherine Wilke 1980 Catherine Wilke joins the topless sunbathers on the island of Capri. 60 x 40" inches / 152 x 101 cm paper size. Estate Stamped Collection Edition to 150 Pho...
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1980s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment, Color

Colourful Crew 1970 Slim Aarons Estate Stamped Edition
Located in London, GB
Colourful Crew A group of colourfully dressed holidaymakers on a yacht, Bermuda, June 1970. 40x30” / 76x101 cm - paper size Estate Stamped Collection Edition to 150 Photo by S...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Silvana Pampanini - Vintage Autographed Photograph - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Silvana Pampanini - Vintage Autographed Photograph is a vintage photo, realized in the mid-20th century. Signature and dedication by the actress Silvana Pampanini: "Attraverso "Lanc...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Slim Aarons 'Capote At Home' 1958 Official Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'Capote At Home' Author Truman Capote (1924 – 1984) relaxes with a book and a cigarette in his cluttered apartment, Brooklyn Heights, New York. 1958. 30x30" inches / 76 x 76 cm p...
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1950s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Slim Aarons Official Estate Print - Abaco Islander - Oversize
Located in London, GB
Abaco Islander Author Chester Thompson at work in his coconut grove on the Abaco Islands of the Bahamas, March 1986. His ancester Wyannie Malone settled on the islands in 1783, foun...
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1980s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Slim Aarons 'Sea Drive' 1967 Official Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'Sea Drive' 1967 Slim Aarons Limited Estate Edition 1967. Film producer Kevin McClory takes his wife Bobo Sigrist and their family for a drive in an ‘Amphicar’ across the harbour at ...
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

Slim Aarons 'Poolside Waiting' 1970 Official Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'Poolside Waiting' A waiter by the pool at Nelda Linsk's desert house in Palm Springs, January 1970. The house was designed by Richard Neutra for Edgar J. Kaufmann. 40 x 30" inche...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Silvia Monti on the Set of the Film Oppio - 1972
Located in Roma, IT
Silvia Monti on the set of the film Oppio is a vintage black and white photograph realized in 1972. Good conditions.
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Queen in Concert by Martyn Goddard Signed Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
Queen in Concert Freddie Mercury and Queen in concert Photo by Martyn Goddard Printed 2024. Signed limited edition photograph; edition of 25 in this size. 20×24 inch paper size...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

Best Blondie by Martyn Goddard Signed Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
Blondie Backstage Best of Blondie photo shoot on the roof of the Record Plant recording studio New York 1978 Photo by Martyn Goddard Printed 2024. Signed limited edition photograp...
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

Queen in Concert by Martyn Goddard Signed Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
Queen in Concert Freddie Mercury and Queen in concert Photo by Martyn Goddard Printed 2024. Signed limited edition photograph; edition of 25 in this size. 20×24 inch paper size....
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1970s Modern Figurative Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

Slim Aarons 'Neo-Classical Pool' 1984 Official Limited Estate Edition
Located in London, GB
'Neo-Classical Pool' Mrs T. Dennie Boardman and her children Samuel Jay and Sarah climbing the steps from the pool at the home of Boardman's parents in Palm Beach, Florida, 1985. ...
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1980s Modern Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Pierre Cosso and Loretta Goggi- Photo- 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Pierre Cosso and Loretta Goggi  is a vintage black and white photograph realized in the 1970s. Good conditions.
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20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Modern figurative photography for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Modern figurative photography available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add figurative photography created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, purple, orange, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Slim Aarons, Mark Shaw, Alain Le Garsmeur, and Terry O'Neill. Frequently made by artists working with Digital Print, and Paper and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Modern figurative photography, so small editions measuring 0.79 inches across are also available. Prices for figurative photography made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $22 and tops out at $115,000, while the average work sells for $1,800.

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