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Alfred Hopkins

"Alfred Hitchcock" by Thurston Hopkins
By Thurston Hopkins
Located in London, GB
"Alfred Hitchcock" by Thurston Hopkins 29th January 1955: British director Alfred Hitchcock (1899
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1950s Modern Black and White Photography

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Black and White

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Osvaldo Borsani Variant of “5142” Bar Cabinet for Arredamenti Borsani, 1939
By Osvaldo Borsani
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Osvaldo Borsani mirrored bar cabinet, variant of model “5142”, unique piece for Arredamenti Borsani, walnut, mirrored glass and brass, Italy, 1939. The creative mind merged with the...
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Boy in Mid-Flight by Steve McCurry, 2007, Digital C-Print, Photography
By Steve McCurry
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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Holly Hunt Mohair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A classic clean lined sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. We have updated with Great Plains Mohair by Holly Hunt.
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Rod Taylor and Tippi Hedren - Vintage b/w Photograph - 1963
Located in Roma, IT
Rod Taylor and Tippi Hedren in a scene from the famous movie "The Birds" by Alfred Hitchcock. Vintage Photo. Damaged on the right side.
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"The Wrong Man" Original British Film Poster
Located in London, GB
Original British film poster for Alfred Hitchcock's 1957 film. This Hitchcock drama stars Henry Fonda and Vera Miles, and is based on a true story of an innocent man charged with a ...
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Vintage 1950s English Posters

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"The Wrong Man" Original British Film Poster
"The Wrong Man" Original British Film Poster
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H 30 in W 40 in D 0.1 in
La Penitenciaria
By David Siqueiros
Located in New York, NY
A very good impression of this early woodcut. Signed, titled, dated and numbered 145/300 in pencil by Siqueiros.
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1930s Realist Abstract Prints

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Miami II 011 by Bernhard Lang - aerial abstract photography, sea with boats
By Bernhard Lang
Located in Paris, FR
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C Print

Miami II 010 by Bernhard Lang - Aerial abstract photography, sea, boats, summer
By Bernhard Lang
Located in Paris, FR
Miami II 010 is a limited-edition photograph by German contemporary artist Bernhard Lang. This photograph is sold unframed as a print only. It is available in 3 dimensions: *60 cm ×...
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Photography

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North by Northwest Original British Film Poster, 1950s, Hitchcock
Located in Bath, Somerset
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A Close Look at Modern Art

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.

Find a collection of modern paintings, sculptures, prints and other fine art on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Black-white-photography for You

There’s a lot to love about black and white photography.

The unique and timeless quality of a black and white photograph accentuates any room. Some might argue that we’re naturally drawn to color photography because it’s the world we know best. This is a shared belief, particularly in the era of camera-phone photography, editing apps and the frenetic immediacy of sharing photos on social media. But when we look at black and white photography, we experience deep, rich shadows and tonal properties in a way that transfixes us. Composition and textures are crisp and engaging. We’re immediately drawn to the subjects of vintage street photography and continue to feel the emotional impact of decades-old photojournalism. The silhouettes of mountains in black and white landscape photography are particularly pronounced, while portrait photography and the skylines of urban cityscapes come to life in monochrome prints.

When decorating with fine photography, keep in mind that some color photographs may not be suitable for every space. However, you can be more daring with black and white photos. The gray tones are classic, sophisticated and generally introduce elegance to any corner of your home, which renders black and white prints amazingly versatile.

Black and white photography adapts to its surroundings like a chameleon might. A single large-scale black and white photograph above the sofa in your living room is going to work with any furniture style, and as some homeowners and designers today are working to introduce more muted tones and neutral palettes to dining rooms and bedrooms, the integration of black and white photography — a hallmark of minimalist decor — is a particularly natural choice for such a setting.

Another advantage to bringing black and white photography into your home is that you can style walls and add depth and character without worrying about disrupting an existing color scheme. Black and white photographs actually harmonize well with accent colors such as yellow, red and green. Your provocative Memphis Group lighting and bold Pierre Paulin seating will pair nicely with the black and white fine nude photography you’ve curated over the years.

Black and white photography also complements a variety of other art. Black and white photos pair well with drawings and etchings in monochromatic hues. They can also form part of specific color schemes. For example, you can place black and white prints in colored picture frames for a pop of color. And while there are no hard and fast rules, it’s best to keep black and white prints separate from color photographs. Color prints stand out in a room more than black and white prints do. Pairing them may detract attention from your black and white photography. Instead, dedicate separate walls or spaces to each.

Once you’ve selected the photography that best fits your space, you’ll need to decide how to hang the images. If you want to hang multiple photos, it’s essential to know how to arrange wall art. A proper arrangement can significantly enhance a living space.

On 1stDibs, explore a vast collection of compelling black and white photography by artists such as Mark Shaw, Jack Mitchell (a photographer you should know), Berenice Abbott and David Yarrow.