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Portrait Photography For Sale
Style: Contemporary
Style: Impressionist
I don't know (Beachshoot) - Polaroid, Contemporary
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
I don't know (Beachshoot) - 2005 20x20cm, Edition of 10 plus 2 Artist Proofs. Archival C-Print, based on the Polaroid. Certificate and Signature label. Artist Inventory #1375. ...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid

Truly Genuine (Beachshoot) - Polaroid, Contemporary
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Truly Genuine (Beachshoot) - 2005 20x20cm, Edition of 10 plus 2 Artist Proofs. Archival C-Print, based on the Polaroid. Certificate and Signature label. Artist Inventory #906. ...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid

Who's That (Beachshoot) - Polaroid, Contemporary
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Who's That (Beachshoot) - 2005 featuring Radha Mitchell 20x20cm, Edition of 10 plus 2 Artist Proofs. Archival C-Print, based on the Polaroid. Certificate and Signature label. A...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, Polaroid, Color, C Print, Photographic Paper

Rolling Stones Mick Jagger contact sheet by Brian Aris
Located in Austin, US
Signed limited edition contact sheet print of The Rolling Stones singer Mick Jagger by Brian Aris, taken from a session at Brian’s London studio Signed limited edition 20x24" print,...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

C Print

Kelly (Beachshoot) - Polaroid, Contemporary
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Kelly (Beachshoot) - 2005 20x20cm, Edition of 10 plus 2 Artist Proofs. Archival C-Print, based on the Polaroid. Certificate and Signature label. Artist Inventory #1374. Not mou...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid, Archival Paper

Come as you are - Contemporary, Portrait, Women, Polaroid, Nude
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Come as you are - 2020 50x50cm, Edition of 7 plus 2 Artist Proofs. Archival C-Print based on the original Polaroid. Signature label with certificate. Artist inventory - PL2020-...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Photographic Paper, Polaroid, Color, C Print, Archival Paper

Tricksy (Beachshoot) - Polaroid, Contemporary
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Tricksy (Beachshoot) - 2005 featuring Radha Mitchell 20x20cm, Edition of 10 plus 2 Artist Proofs. Archival C-Print, based on the Polaroid. Certificate and Signature label. Arti...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid, Archival Paper

Jaunty (Beachshoot) - Polaroid, Contemporary
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Jaunty (Beachshoot) - 2005 20x20cm, Edition of 10 plus 2 Artist Proofs. Archival C-Print, based on the Polaroid. Certificate and Signature label. Artist Inventory #1401. Not m...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid, Archival Paper

Marina Abramovic, 512 Hours - Signed C-Print, Portrait, Performance Art
Located in Hamburg, DE
Marina Abramović (Serbian, b. 1946) 512 Hours (2014), 2021 Medium: C-print on etching paper Dimensions: 55.8 x 55.8 cm Edition of 100: Hand-signed and numbered Condition: Mint
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

C Print

Vintage Portrait of Monica Vitti - Vintage B/W photo by ANSA - 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage portrait of Monica Vitti is a vintage black and white photo realized in 1970s by Agenzia ANSA. Good condition. Monica Vitti is born in Rome on November 3, 1931. Admitted in ...
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1970s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Photographic Paper

Forgiveness Then (Sidewinder) - 21st Century, Polaroid, Contemporary
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Forgiveness Then (Sidewinder) - 2005 24x20cm, Edition of 10, plus 2 Artist Proofs. Archival C-Print based on the Polaroid. Signature label and certificate. Artist Inventory 3364....
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid

Buckham Twins, Chateau Marmont
Located in Hudson, NY
Listing is for UNFRAMED print. Inquire within for framing. Edition 1 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. In her new exhibition Churilla draws from her years spent as a swimmer, lifeguard, and athlete to capture the forgotten freedom and exuberance of days of youth spent on the water. Viva la Vida is a mix of timeless portraits and candid photographs "I’ve always been drawn to the water- now my art, my sense of athleticism, freedom and oasis have merged in a way", says Churilla. Her nod to iconic photographers from the past, such as Edward Weston, and Herbert List, is apparent in her portrait work. In another Christian & Nathan Fletcher is in the midst of a surf crusade off the coast of Islamorada, Florida. Christian pioneered a new revolution in surfing style...
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1990s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Pigment

Untitled (Beachshoot) - analog, Polaroid, hand-print, vintage
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Untitled (Beachshoot) - 2005 127x126cm, Edition 3/5, analog C-Print, hand-Printed by the artist on Fuji Crystal Archive Paper, matte finish, based on the Polaroid. Certificate and signature label. Artist Inventory # 1418.03. Not mounted. Beachshoot These photographic phantasies are determined by carefully chosen constraints and the use of symbolic attributes. Telegraph poles, airplanes, vast wastelands, a train bridge or a 50s American car tell in the same manner different stories, as do lurid wigs, kids toys, a headscarf or an old super 8 camera...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid, Archival Paper

First Steps (Burned) - Self Portrait - Polaroid, Contemporary, 21st Century
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
First Steps (Burned) - Self Portrait, 1999 98x96cm, Edition 1/10. Archival C-Print, based on the original Polaroid. Signature label and Certificate. Artist Inventory No 357.01. ...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid

Jayne Mansfield: Modern Pinup
Located in Austin, TX
This beautiful modern pinup features the lovely Jayne Mansfield posed on barstools with modern art on the walls. Jayne Mansfield was an American film, theater, and television actre...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Marilyn Monroe "The Seven Year Itch"
Located in Austin, TX
This beautiful color image features Marilyn Monroe in her starring role for 'Seven Year Itch'. The Seven Year Itch is a 1955 American romantic comedy film based on a 1952 three-ac...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Mamie Van Doren and Richard Long Getting Gas
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage capture of Mamie Van Doren and Richard Long getting gas in a classic car. Mamie Van Doren is an American actressmodelsingerand sex symbol. She is perhaps best remembered fo...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Elizabeth Taylor Behind the Scenes
Located in Austin, TX
This iconic and elegant portrait captured by celebrity photographer Frank Worth features actress Elizabeth Taylor on the set of the film "Giant" for her role as character Leslie Bene...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital

Frank Sinatra in Tbird
Located in Austin, TX
In this photograph, Frank Sinatra is captured glancing over his shoulder at his friend, photographer Frank Worth, while sitting in his classic Ford Thunderbird. Frank Sinatra was a...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

"Mona Lisa" Photography Print 40" x 30" inch Edition 1/1 by Viktorija Pashuta
Located in Culver City, CA
"Mona Lisa" Photography Print 40" x 30" inch Edition 1/1 by Viktorija Pashuta Full name: Adele Bloch-Bauer by Klimt This artwork is printed on fine art Archival Matte Paper, als...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Canvas, Color, Digital

Mick and Bianca in Paris
By Michael Norcia
Located in Austin, TX
Mick Jagger and Bianca Perez posed candid in doorway during a visit to Paris, September 1971. Mick Jagger is an English singer, songwriter, actor, and film producer who has achiev...
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1970s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Ciro's Owner Herbert Hover and Marilyn Monroe
Located in Austin, TX
Candid capture of Circo nightclub's ownerHerbert Hooverhelping bombshell actress Marilyn Monroe with her fur coat. Marilyn Monroe was an American actressmodeland singer. Famous fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Elizabeth Taylor As Leslie Benedict
Located in Austin, TX
This iconic and elegant portrait captured by celebrity photographer Frank Worth features actress Elizabeth Taylor on the set of the film 'Giant' for her role as character Leslie Bene...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Frank Sinatra at Sands Hotel
Located in Austin, TX
An artistically composed and colored photograph of Frank Sinatra in front of the Sands Motel with his Tbird. Sinatra at the Sands is a live album by Frank Sinatra accompanied by Coun...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Sophia Loren Showering in "Judith"
Located in Austin, TX
Sophia Loren smiling in shower scene for her role in "Judith", 1966. Judith is a 1966 drama film about a beautiful woman who survived a concentration camp goes to Israel in 1948 to ...
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1960s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Mike, Miami Beach, Florida 1998
Located in Hudson, NY
Listing is for UNFRAMED print. Inquire within for framing. Edition 1 of 25. If the exhibition piece is sold or the customer orders a different print size, the photograph is p...
Category

1990s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Peppa Pig by JJK, Photography, Limited Edition, Ghana, animal
Located in Munich, DE
Edition of 25 signed and numbered by the artist Peppa was the bishop's pig in Ghana. The sun shines into the stable and makes her ears light up. JJK is a pseudonym for one of the w...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Marilyn Monroe in Hollywood
Located in Austin, TX
This artistically recolored image features Marilyn Monroe posed in front of the "Hollywood" sign. In the early 1950s, Monroe became a popular actress with roles in several comedie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Rita Hayworth in Burbank
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white candid image of Rita Hayworth in Burbank, walking along a beautiful street scene. Rita Hayworth was an American actress, dancer, and producer. She achieved fame dur...
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1930s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Playful Jayne Mansfield
Located in Austin, TX
Playful recolored print of Jayne Mansfield smiling with hands and knees on floor. Jayne Mansfield was an American film, theater, and television actress. She was also a singer and n...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Marilyn Monroe on the Set of "How to Marry a Millionare"
Located in Austin, TX
This lovely image features Marilyn Monroe on the set of "How to Marry a Millionaire". How to Marry a Millionaire is a 1953 American romantic comedy film directed by Jean Negulesco ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Lauren Bacall, Betty Grable, and Marilyn Monroe: "How to Marry a Millionaire"
Located in Austin, TX
Lauren Bacall, Betty Grable, & Marilyn Monroe behind the scenes of "How to Marry a Millionaire". How to Marry a Millionaire is a 1953 American romantic comedy film directed by Jean...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Bob Hope Exiting Trailer
Located in Austin, TX
This black and white action shot features Bob Hope exiting his trailer in 1955. Bob Hope was a British-American stand-up comedianvaudevillianactorsingerdancerathlete and author. Wi...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Natalie Wood Classic Portrait
Located in Austin, TX
Frank Worth captured this classic image of Natalie Wood in 1952. At this point Wood was already a star having starred in films including Miracle on 34th Street as a child but had not...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Marilyn Monroe and Tony Curtis
Located in Austin, TX
Capture of Marilyn Monroe and Tony Curtis candid and laughing. Marilyn Monroe was an American actress, singer, and model. Famous for playing comedic "blonde bombshell" characters,...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Peppa Pig by JJK, Photography, Limited Edition, Ghana, animal
Located in Munich, DE
Edition of 25 signed and numbered by the artist Peppa was the bishop's pig in Ghana. The sun shines into the stable and makes her ears light up. JJK is a pseudonym for one of the w...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Pigment

Elizabeth Taylor Up Close in "Giant"
Located in Austin, TX
Awesome capture of starlet Elizabeth Taylor up close behind the scenes while filming 'Giant', 1955. Giant is a 1956 American epic Western drama film, about sprawling epic coverin...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

James Dean As Jett Rink in "Giant"
Located in Austin, TX
James Dean posed leaning with his hand on a fence post while filming a scene for "Giant", 1955. Giant was the last of James Dean's three films as a leading actor, and earned him h...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

Elvis Presley: The Wink
By Lloyd Dinkins
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage candid image of The King, Elvis Presley photographed early in his career in 1956 in Memphis Tennessee by Lloyd Dinkins. 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". His energized interpretations of songs and sexually provocative performance style, combined with a singularly potent mix of influences across color lines during a transformative era in race relations...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Digital

Peppa Pig by JJK, Photography, Limited Edition, Ghana, animal
Located in Munich, DE
Edition of 25 signed and numbered by the artist Peppa was the bishop's pig in Ghana. The sun shines into the stable and makes her ears light up. JJK is a pseudonym for one of the w...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Audrey Hepburn "Breakfast at Tiffany's"
Located in Austin, TX
This elegant selectively colored promotional portrait features Audrey Hepburn in her role for "Breakfast at Tiffany's". Breakfast at Tiffany's is a 1961 American romantic comedy fil...
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1960s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Batman and Batgirl Classical Portrait
Located in Austin, TX
Classic black and white promotional still of Adam West for his role as Batman, and Yvonne Joyce Craig for her role as Batgirl, circa 1967. Batman is an American live-action televisi...
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1960s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Anette Funicello: Mouseketeer at the Carnival
Located in Austin, TX
The beautiful Annette Funicello. The child star rose to fame as one of the most prevalent Mouseketeers on the Mickey Mouse Club. As a teenager, she transitioned to a successful caree...
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1960s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Lucille Ball and Vivian Vance "I Love Lucy"
Located in Austin, TX
This black and white action shot features Lucille Ball and Vivian Vance talking on the phone for a scene in the television hit series "I Love Lucy". Lucille Ball was an American act...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Stefanie Schneider Minis - Lila running down the Stairs (Stay) - Naomi Watts
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Stefanie Schneider's Minis Lila running down the Stairs (Stay) - featuring Naomi Watts, 2006 signed and signature brand on verso Lambda digital Color Photographs based on the Polaroi...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Plexiglass, Archival Paper, Color, Lambda, Polaroid

Stefanie Schneider Minis - Lila running down the Stairs (Stay) - Naomi Watts
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Stefanie Schneider's Minis Lila running down the Stairs (Stay) - featuring Naomi Watts, 2006 signed and signature brand on verso Lambda digital Color Photographs based on the Polaroi...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Polaroid, Lambda, Color, Archival Paper, Plexiglass

Stefanie Schneider Minis - Lila and Sam (Stay)
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Stefanie Schneider's Minis 'Lila and Sam" (Stay), 2006 signed and signature brand on verso Lambda digital Color Photographs based on the Polaroid from the movie 'Stay' directed by M...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Plexiglass, Archival Paper, Color, Lambda, Polaroid

Lollipop Mini - mounted - featuring Radha Mitchell, based on a Polaroid
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Stefanie Schneider's Minis - The size of a Polaroid. Lollipop (Beachshoot) featuring Radha Mitchell, 2005. Lambda digital Color Photographs based on the Polaroid. Sandwiched in ...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Plexiglass, Archival Paper, Color, Lambda, Polaroid

Sir Barksalot - Beagle (Puppy, Dog, Portrait, Staged, Funny, 40% OFF LIST PRICE)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Lord Fauntleroy Sir Barksalot - Beagle 2023 Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemuehle Baryta Rag 315gsm Size: 24 x 24 inches (60.96 x 60.96cm) Edition: 15 Signed, titled and dated on lab...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Day Worker (American Depression) -Contemporary, 21st Century, Polaroid, Portrait
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Day Worker (29 Palms, CA) - 1999 Edition 3/10. 65x60cm including 'Polaroid' frame. Analog C-Print, hand-printed by the artist, based on the original Polaroid. Mounted on Aluminum...
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1990s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Metal

"Iggy Backbend, London, 1972" Photography 24" x 20" inch 29/50 by Mick Rock
Located in Culver City, CA
"Iggy Backbend, London, 1972" Photography 24" x 20" inch 29/50 by Mick Rock Edition: 29/50 Medium: Silver gelatin limited edition photographic print on paper Iggy and The Stooges w...
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20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Arctic Fox #1 by Brad Wilson - Animal portrait photography
Located in Paris, FR
'Arctic Fox #1, Los Angeles, CA, 2011' is a limited-edition photograph by contemporary artist Brad Wilson from the ‘Affinity’ series which features studio portraits of wild animals. ...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Pigment

Prince, The Artist
Located in Austin, TX
Elegant black and white studio portrait of legendary musician and artist, Prince. Prince was an American singer-songwriter, musician, record producer, dancer, and actor. He is widel...
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1990s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning and simplistic portrait of musician Johnny Cash smoking a cigarette and playing guitar outside of Folsom Prison, 1968. Johnny Cash was an American singer, songwriter, music...
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1960s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Stefanie Schneider Minis - Untitled No 11 - Beachshoot - featuring Radha Mitchel
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Stefanie Schneider's Minis 'Untitled #11' (Beachshoot) featuring Radha Mitchell, 2005 signed and signature brand on verso Lambda digital Color Photographs based on a Polaroid Polar...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Plexiglass, Archival Paper, Color, Lambda, Polaroid

Clara Bow: The Roaring 20s' "It Girl"
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning black and white promotional portrait of Clara Bow gazing into the camera. Clara Bow was an American actress who rose to stardom during the silent film era of the 1920s and ...
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1920s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Pigment, Archival Paper, Archival Ink

Audrey Hepburn with Balloons at the Arc de Triomphe
Located in Austin, TX
Audrey’s most beloved movie is arguably Funny Face, in which she plays a bookish girl swept up in the world of fashion, taken under the wing of a magazine editor looking for a model ...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Marilyn Monroe at a Dinner Event
Located in Austin, TX
Black and white portrait of blonde bombshell actress Marilyn Monroe seated at a dinner event. Marilyn Monroe was an American actress, model, and singer. Famous for playing comedic "...
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1950s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Portrait Photography for Sale on 1stDibs

Portrait photography can be a powerful part of your wall decor. Find a provocative and compelling portrait that speaks to you and you might find that the photograph will speak to your guests too.

Prior to the development of photography, which eventually replaced portrait paintings as a quicker and more efficient way of capturing a person’s essence, the subject of a portrait had to sit for hours until the painter had finished. In 1839, chemist and Philadelphia-based photographer Robert Cornelius didn’t have to wait very long for his portrait. In a matter of minutes, he captured what many believe to be the first portrait photograph. This shot was also the first self-portrait (or what we now call a “selfie”), and fine photography quickly became an art form.

Landscape photography, nude photography and portrait photography are very popular in today's modern interiors. A portrait can reveal a lot about the person in it. It can also add a narrative touch to your decor. You’ll often find that photographs of loved ones work well as decorative touches. A portrait of a family member or dear friend can help turn a house into a home, warming any space by evoking fond memories.

While family portraits can stir emotion, portraits of celebrities and important historical figures can also add a rich dynamic to your space. Portraits of famous musicians or intriguing actors hung in your dining room or home bar shot by Gered Mankowitz or Annie Leibovitz might inspire deep conversation over meals or drinks. Douglas Kirkland is also famous for his celebrity portraits. His photojournalism made him much sought after by Hollywood studios to document the filming of movies. In Kirkland’s powerful depiction of Hollywood stars, he excellently captures the glamour of their lives.

Other artists like Elliott Erwitt stand out by turning portraiture into a playful art form. Before graduating from high school in Hollywood, Erwitt had already begun to teach himself to take pictures, inspired by the work of Henri Cartier-Bresson. In image after image, Erwitt captured what photographers call “the moment” with rapier wit and penetrating humanity.

Portrait photography can be incredibly expressive, setting the tone and mood for a room. And there are different ways of incorporating portrait photography into your interior decor. If you’re thinking about adding color photography to a bedroom or living room, the colors of the portraits can become part of the room’s palette, while portraits shot in black and white won’t disrupt an existing color scheme.

On 1stDibs, find a vast selection of portrait photography from different eras, including 1950s portraits, 1960s portrait photography and more.

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