Modern Portrait Photography

Yayoi Kusama by Kevin Westenberg- Signed Limited Edition Kevin Westenberg is famed for his creation of provocative and electrifying images of world-class musicians, artists and movie stars...

This piece is an original vintage photograph from the original negative, taken by Laszlo Willinger in 1939. It depicts Hungarian film, stage and radio performer, Ilona Massey. Massey is best known for her roles in "Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man...

Slim Aarons Estate Print - Pool On Amalfi Coast - Oversize A view of the seaside pool at the Hotel St. Caterina, Amalfi, Italy, September 1984. (Photo by Slim Aarons) Chromogenic...

Hotel Sports Holidaymakers water-skiing in front of the Carlton Hotel, Cannes. Paper size 30 x 20" inches / 76 x 51 cm Estate Stamped Collection Edition to 150 Photo by Slim ...

Winter Suntans Young women enjoy a relaxing sunbathe in snowy Gstaad. Paper size 40 x 30" inches / 101 x 76 cm Estate Stamped Collection Edition to 150 Photo by Slim Aarons ...

Porto Ercole A Magnum motorboat belonging to Count Filippo Theodoli arrives at the private jetty of the Il Pellicano Hotel in Porto Ercole, Italy, August 1973. Paper size 60 x 40"...

'The Misfits' Oversize Limited Edition silver gelatin print A gorgeously candid portrait of the first rebel of Hollywood and greatly respected young son of method acting - before ...

Portrait of Benito Mussolini is  a black and white vintage photo, realized  in August 1st 1934. Good conditions and aged. It belongs to a historical and nostalgic album including h...

Movie star Marilyn Monroe is seen in a candid moment on the street in March 1955 in New York City, New York. (Photo by Ed Feingersh) A beautiful Limited Edition (ed size 300) s...

This poignant black-and-white photograph captures the iconic jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald in a moment of deep introspection during a live performance in East Germany (DDR) in 1967. In this striking image, Fitzgerald is seen gently resting her hand against her cheek, a gesture that conveys vulnerability and emotional depth. Her eyes, half-closed, reflect a connection to the music and a moment of personal reflection. Dressed in an elegant black gown, she embodies sophistication and grace, accentuated by her signature hairstyle. The presence of multiple microphones in the frame emphasizes her engagement with the audience, drawing them into her heartfelt performance. The contrasting shadows and highlights enhance the mood of the photograph, creating a dramatic yet intimate atmosphere. This image beautifully encapsulates Fitzgerald's ability to convey powerful emotions through her artistry, making it an exceptional piece for any collector or admirer of music history. About Tassilo Leher: Born in the dark years of World War II, Tassilo Leher became an icon of photographic art in divided Germany. As the son of war correspondent Karl Leher, whose lens captured moments of contemporary history, he was born in 1940 in the heart of Berlin. He shared not only the studio in the picturesque Prenzlauer Berg with his father, but also the mysterious world of the darkroom. While Karl Leher, an early riser, made use of the morning hours, Tassilo found his creative flow only by midday, often working late into the night. His camera knew no bounds: from the dazzling stars of East German show business like Phudys, Karat, Hildegard Kneef, Manfred Krug, Bubi Scholz, to international greats such as Dean Reed, Karel Gott, Jiri Korn, and Costa Cordalis – all found themselves in front of his lens. The Friedrichstadt-Palast and numerous film sets became his stages, where he played with light and shadow to perfectly frame famous...

This striking black-and-white photograph captures the legendary jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald during a live performance in East Germany (DDR) in 1967. The image showcases Fitzgerald's radiant smile, reflecting her infectious enthusiasm for music. She is elegantly dressed in a stylish black outfit, adorned with a delicate brooch on her shoulder, embodying her timeless fashion sense. The microphone stands close to her, emphasizing her connection to the audience as she sings with heartfelt emotion. The soft lighting highlights her expressive features and voluminous hairstyle, creating a beautiful contrast against the dark background. This photograph not only celebrates Fitzgerald's remarkable talent but also encapsulates the vibrant spirit of jazz music during her era, making it a captivating piece for any art lover or music enthusiast. Known for his exuberant and engaging performances, Bécaud, often referred to as "Monsieur 100.000 Volts" due to his electrifying stage persona, was immensely popular in the 1960s, and this concert in East Berlin would have been a rare cultural exchange during the Cold War era. His concerts were often marked by his powerful voice and the high emotional intensity of his performances, which captivated audiences across the world. The print is new, Highest Quality on Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta. More sizes up to 150x150 cm available on request. About Tassilo Leher: Born in the dark years of World War II, Tassilo Leher became an icon of photographic art in divided Germany. As the son of war correspondent Karl Leher, whose lens captured moments of contemporary history, he was born in 1940 in the heart of Berlin. He shared not only the studio in the picturesque Prenzlauer Berg with his father, but also the mysterious world of the darkroom. While Karl Leher, an early riser, made use of the morning hours, Tassilo found his creative flow only by midday, often working late into the night. His camera knew no bounds: from the dazzling stars of East German show business like Phudys, Karat, Hildegard Kneef, Manfred Krug, Bubi Scholz, to international greats such as Dean Reed, Karel Gott, Jiri Korn, and Costa Cordalis – all found themselves in front of his lens. The Friedrichstadt-Palast and numerous film sets became his stages, where he played with light and shadow to perfectly frame famous...

Family Snapper 1959 Babe Paley (Mrs William Paley) by the pool. Her husband, William Paley is snapping the photographer at their cottage, Round Hill...

This photo shows the French singer Gilbert Bécaud during a concert in East Berlin in 1964. In the image, Bécaud is captured in a dramatic moment, standing on stage and reaching upwards with his right arm, his fingers forming a sharp, expressive gesture. He is dressed in a dark suit, accentuated by a white shirt cuff. His face is turned upwards, seemingly caught in an intense emotional performance. The stark contrast of his figure against the deep black background highlights the emotional energy of the moment, which was characteristic of Bécaud's passionate and dynamic stage presence. Known for his exuberant and engaging performances, Bécaud, often referred to as "Monsieur 100.000 Volts" due to his electrifying stage persona, was immensely popular in the 1960s, and this concert in East Berlin would have been a rare cultural exchange during the Cold War era. His concerts were often marked by his powerful voice and the high emotional intensity of his performances, which captivated audiences across the world. The print is new, Highest Quality on Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta. More sizes up to 150x150 cm available on request. About Tassilo Leher: Born in the dark years of World War II, Tassilo Leher became an icon of photographic art in divided Germany. As the son of war correspondent Karl Leher, whose lens captured moments of contemporary history, he was born in 1940 in the heart of Berlin. He shared not only the studio in the picturesque Prenzlauer Berg with his father, but also the mysterious world of the darkroom. While Karl Leher, an early riser, made use of the morning hours, Tassilo found his creative flow only by midday, often working late into the night. His camera knew no bounds: from the dazzling stars of East German show business like Phudys, Karat, Hildegard Kneef, Manfred Krug, Bubi Scholz, to international greats such as Dean Reed, Karel Gott, Jiri Korn, and Costa Cordalis – all found themselves in front of his lens. The Friedrichstadt-Palast and numerous film sets became his stages, where he played with light and shadow to perfectly frame famous...

This photo shows the French singer Gilbert Bécaud during a concert in East Berlin in 1964. In the image, Bécaud is captured in a dramatic moment, standing on stage and reaching upwards with his right arm, his fingers forming a sharp, expressive gesture. He is dressed in a dark suit, accentuated by a white shirt cuff. His face is turned upwards, seemingly caught in an intense emotional performance. The stark contrast of his figure against the deep black background highlights the emotional energy of the moment, which was characteristic of Bécaud's passionate and dynamic stage presence. Known for his exuberant and engaging performances, Bécaud, often referred to as "Monsieur 100.000 Volts" due to his electrifying stage persona, was immensely popular in the 1960s, and this concert in East Berlin would have been a rare cultural exchange during the Cold War era. His concerts were often marked by his powerful voice and the high emotional intensity of his performances, which captivated audiences across the world. The print is new, Highest Quality on Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta. More sizes up to 150x150 cm available on request. About Tassilo Leher: Born in the dark years of World War II, Tassilo Leher became an icon of photographic art in divided Germany. As the son of war correspondent Karl Leher, whose lens captured moments of contemporary history, he was born in 1940 in the heart of Berlin. He shared not only the studio in the picturesque Prenzlauer Berg with his father, but also the mysterious world of the darkroom. While Karl Leher, an early riser, made use of the morning hours, Tassilo found his creative flow only by midday, often working late into the night. His camera knew no bounds: from the dazzling stars of East German show business like Phudys, Karat, Hildegard Kneef, Manfred Krug, Bubi Scholz, to international greats such as Dean Reed, Karel Gott, Jiri Korn, and Costa Cordalis – all found themselves in front of his lens. The Friedrichstadt-Palast and numerous film sets became his stages, where he played with light and shadow to perfectly frame famous...

This photo shows the French singer Gilbert Bécaud during a concert in East Berlin in 1964. In the image, Bécaud is captured in a dramatic moment, standing on stage and reaching upwar...

Nassau Beach Hotel The outdoor swimming pool at Nassau Beach Hotel, Nassau, Bahamas, 1959. The hotel was the first to built by Howard Johnson outside ...

"Saturday Night Fever" Original Vintage 1977 Lobby Card Condition Mint Original vintage 1977 lobby card from the film "Saturday Night Fever" directed by John Badham FRAMING: Pleas...

RED-HEADED WOMAN, Jean Harlow, 1932 / Everett Collection. stunning and vivid colourised photograph of the first sex symbol, Jean Harlow. Large Oversize print (photo The Everett Co...

Lucien Clergue (FRENCH, 1934 - 2014) Gelatin silver photographic print depicting Pablo Picasso titled "Mougins". Jacqueline et Pablo Picasso écoutant Manitas de Plata, circa 1968. Hand signed by the artist with hand written description. Titled and dated lower left. Mounted in a silver painted wooden frame with mat behind acrylic screen. Paper measures approx. 9" height x 11 1/2" width to sight. Framed measures approx. 14 3/4" height x 17 1/4" width. Lucien Clergue (French: 1934 – 2014) was a French photographer. He was Chairman of the Academy of Fine Arts, Paris for 2013. Lucien Clergue was born in Arles, France. At the age of 7 he began learning to play the violin, and after several years of study his teacher admitted that he had nothing more to teach him. Clergue was from a family of shopkeepers and could not afford to pursue further studies in a college or university school of music, such as a conservatory. In 1949, he learned the basics of photography. Four years later, at a corrida in Arles, he showed his photographs to Spanish painter Pablo Picasso who, though subdued, asked to see more of his work. Within a year and a half, young Clergue worked on his photography with the goal of sending more images to Picasso. During this period, he worked on a series of photographs of travelling entertainers, acrobats and harlequins, the Saltimbanques. He also worked on a series whose subject was carrion. On 4 November 1955 Lucien Clergue visited Picasso in Cannes, France. Their friendship lasted nearly 30 years until Picasso's death. Clergue's autobiographical book, Picasso My Friend, looks back on important moments of their relationship. In 1968, and with his friend Michel Tournier, Clergue founded the Rencontres d’Arles photography festival which is held annually in July in Arles. He exhibited his work at the festival during the years 1971–1973, 1975, 1979, 1982–1986, 1989, 1991, 1993, 1994, 2000, 2003 and 2007. Clergue also illustrated books, among them a book by writer Yves Navarre. Clergue took many photographs of the gypsies of southern France, and was instrumental in propelling the guitarist Manitas de Plata to fame. Clergue is perhaps most remembered and respected for his vintage black-and-white studies of light, shadow, and form, featuring sinuous nude female bodies, zebra stripes of light, dynamic sand dunes, and seascapes extracted from the coast of the Camargue. Clergue's photographs are in the collections of numerous well-known museums and private collectors. His vintage photographs have been exhibited in over 100 solo exhibitions worldwide, with noted exhibitions such as in 1961, at the Museum of Modern Art New York, the last exhibition organized by Edward Steichen with Lucien Clergue, Bill Brandt and Yasuhiro Ishimoto. Museums with large collections of his work include The Fogg Museum at Harvard University and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. His work, Fontaines du Grand Palais (Fountains of the Grand Palais), is in Museo cantonale d'arte [de] of Lugano. His photographs of Jean Cocteau are on permanent display at the Jean Cocteau Museum in Menton, France. In the U.S., an exhibition of the Cocteau photographs was premiered at Westwood Gallery, New York City. In 2007, the city of Arles honored Lucien Clergue and dedicated a retrospective collection of 360 of his photographs dating from 1953 to 2007. He also received the 2007 Lucie Award. He was named Knight of the Légion d'honneur in 2003 and elected member of the Academy of Fine Arts of the Institute of France on 31 May 2006, at the same time as a new section dedicated to photography was created. Clergue was the first photographer to enter the Academy to a position devoted specifically to photography. He was Chairman of the Academy of Fine Arts for 2013. Lucien Clergue was married to the art curator Yolande Clergue, founder of The Fondation Vincent van Gogh Arles. He was the father of two daughters: Anne Clergue, a curator of contemporary art who has worked at Leo Castelli Gallery, and Olivia Clergue, a handbag fashion designer whose godfather was Pablo Picasso. Pablo Picasso (1881 –1973) was a Spanish painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramic artist and theatre designer who spent most of his adult life in France. Regarded as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, he is known for co-founding the Cubist movement, the invention of constructed sculpture, the co-invention of collage, and for the wide variety of styles that he helped develop and explore. Among his most famous works are the proto-Cubist Les Demoiselles d'Avignon (1907), and Guernica (1937), a dramatic portrayal of the bombing of Guernica by German and Italian air forces during the Spanish Civil War. After 1906, the Fauvist work of the slightly older artist Henri Matisse motivated Picasso to explore more radical styles, beginning a fruitful rivalry between the two artists, who subsequently were often paired by critics as the leaders of modern art. In 1897, his realism began to show a Symbolist influence, for example, in a series of landscape...

'Montgomery Clift' Oversize Limited Edition silver gelatin print A gorgeously insightful portrait of the first rebel of Hollywood and greatly respe...

THE STRAWBERRY BLONDE, James Cagney, having black eye applied by makeup artist Perc Westmore, on-set, 1941/ Everett Collection. 20x16 " inches paper siz...

'Princess Ruspoli' 1979 Slim Aarons Limited Edition Estate Print - Oversized Princess Lucy Ruspoli stands in front of a colourful wall of old skis in Lech ...

This photo shows the French singer Gilbert Bécaud during a concert in East Berlin in 1964. In the image, Bécaud is captured in a dramatic moment, standing on stage and reaching upwar...

Audrey Hepburn Dove, 1967, Printed Later Silver gelatin print 72 x 48 inches Estate signature stamped and numbered edition of 50 with certificate of authenticity This is a posthumous...

Slim Aarons - Mara Lane - Estate Stamped Austrian actress Mara Lane posing by the pool at the Sands Hotel, Las Vegas, in a red and white striped bathing costume. Gorgeous print mea...

Reliquary, Christian Museum is a black and white photograph realized in the early 20th century by Alinari. Preserved in the Christian Museum of Brescia. Titled in the lower Italian...

Victory or Venus-  Vintage Photo is a black and white photograph realized in the early 20th century by Alinari. Location, Brescia Museum Italy. Titled in the Italian language on th...

Stone Relief-  Vintage Photo is a black and white photograph realized in the early 20th century by Alinari. Good conditions and aged.

Plantation Cocoyer People relaxing in the bar at Plantation Cocoyer, Cocoyer Beach, Haiti, February 1981. Paper size 16 x 12" inches / 40 x 30 cm Estate Stamped Collection Editi...

Checkered Flag The checkered flag signals the end of the race during the 1963 Nassau Speed Week. Paper size 30 x 20" inches / 76 x 51 cm Estate St...

Slim Aarons Estate Print - Junior Skier (New England Skiing) - Oversize A freckled member of the Junior Skiing Program in North Conway, New Hampshire, 1955. (Photo by Slim Aarons) ...

Pool At Las Brisas Guests in the pool at the Las Brisas Hotel, Acapulco, Mexico, February 1972. Paper size 16 x 12" inches / 40 x 30 cm Estate Stamped Collection Edition to 15...

Catherine Wilke Catherine Wilke joins the topless sunbathers on the island of Capri. Paper size 30 x20" inches / 76 x 51 cm Estate Stamped Collection Edition to 150 Photo by S...

Lucien Clergue (FRENCH, 1934 - 2014) Gelatin silver photographic print depicting a portrait of a costumed Pablo Picasso. During the Feria de Nîmes festival, Picasso dressed...

Titled and dated in black ink on print margin. Signed, titled, and dated in pencil on print verso. Jack Delano, born Jacob Ovcharov, moved from his native Russian to New York in 192...

1969: French singer, Francoise Hardy sitting on a motorbike. (Photo by Reg Lancaster/Express/Getty Images) As an authorized Getty Images Gallery partn...

Slim Aarons - Family Snapper - Estate Stamped Babe Paley (Mrs William Paley) by the pool. Her husband, William Paley is snapping the photographer at their cottage, Round Hill, Jamai...

Pete Doherty, by Kevin Westenberg, 2008 Archival Pigment Print, Signed Limited Edition Print size 152 x 101 cm signed numbered edition size 3 only th...

Ali In Training (1966) - Silver Gelatin Fibre Print (Photo by R. McPhedran/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) American heavyweight boxer Muhammad Ali throws bare-handed punches in the ri...

Slim Aarons - Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc - Estate Stamped Limited Edition Estate Stamped Print (edition size 1/150). Guests standing by a white Rolls-Royce convertible courtesy car at th...

O'Brians Catch American actor Hugh O’Brian returns to the beach with a fish after a snorkelling expedition, Antigua in the West Indies, 1961. Gorgeous print measuring a large 30 x ...

Slim Aarons - Boy Baron - Estate Stamped The youngest peer in England, seven year old Thomas Alexander Fermor-Hesketh, 3rd Baron and 10th Baronet Hes...

This piece is an original photograph shot by George Hurrell in 1932, and printed at a later date. It depicts legendary American film star, Clark Gable, who was known as the "King of...

Andros Island' by Slim Aarons Friends prepare for a day snorkelling by Andros Island, Bahamas, 1957. Gorgeous print measuring 40 x 40"" inches / ca 101 x 101 cm's. Estate Stamped...

From a small edition of 25, this stunning selenium toned silver gelatin print was realized by the esteemed Colombian fine artist/ photographer Ruven Afanador in 2007. Inspired by the lyrical poetry of Federico García Lorca...

Each year, Robin Rice celebrates a Salon style exhibition to showcase her gallery artists and invite new ones. With Robin’s extensive experience as a gallery curator, all Robin Rice Gallery...

This piece is a photolithograph from the original negative by Ted Allan, originally shot in 1935 and printed at a later date. It depicts Julius Henry Marx, known professionally as Groucho Marx, who was an American comedian, writer, stage, film, radio, and television star. He was known as a master of quick wit and is widely considered one of the best comedians of the modern era. Allan took this image of Marx on set of "A Day at the Races...

Portrait of Ray Bradbury Vintage Photo by Mizuno, is a black and white photograph realized in 1996. Good conditions.

This piece is a diptych consisting of two original dye-transfer photographs from the original negatives by Milton Greene, shot in 1954 and published in 1978. These photographs depic...

Carl Sagan by Randy O'Rundke- Vintage Photo is a black-and-white photograph that was realized in the 1980s. Good conditions.

Carl Sagan by Randy O'Rundke- Vintage Photo is a black-and-white photograph that was realized in 1991. Good conditions.

Ted Williams Charlie Byrd playing the guitar 1960 (printed later) Silver gelatin print 30 x 30 inches Estate stamped and numbered edition 25 with certificate of authenticity Captio...

Curzio Malaparte - Vintage Photograph is a black and white photograph realized in the 1960s. Good conditions.

Mickey Spillane - Vintage Photograph is a black and white photograph realized in the 1960s. Good conditions.

Portrait, Vintage Photograph is a black and white photograph realized in the 1960s. Good conditions.

Salman Rushdie by Barry Lategan-  Vintage Photo is a black-and-white photograph that was realized in the 1980s. Good condition.

Alice Cooper, Los Angeles, 1974, Printed Later Silver gelatin print 40 x 40 inches estate stamped and numbered edition of 50 with certificate of authenticity Terry O'Neill, Alice ...

Faye Dunaway at the Beverly Hills Hotel, 1977, Printed Later Silver gelatin print 30 x 30” estate signature stamped and numbered edition of 50 with certificate of authenticity Terry...

Mickey Spillane - Vintage Photograph is a black and white photograph realized in the 1960s. Good conditions.

Mickey Spillane and Sherri Spillane- Vintage Photograph is a black and white photograph realized in the 1960s. Good conditions.