Rainer Martini Photography

The definitive photographic history of how hip-hop blinged out and redefined the world of jewelry, luxury, and style. Signed black-and-white pigment print on Canson Platine paper, 16 x 20 in.; hardcover volume in a slipcase, 9.8 x 13.4 in., 6.29 lb., 388 pages. Whether it’s diamond-encrusted grills, oversized “truck” style chains, bust-down Rolex and Patek Philippe watches, or a Tiffany necklace, jewelry is a cornerstone of hip-hop culture. Glittering, blinged-out jewels are the shining statement of a collective identity: unapologetic, charismatic, and street savvy. Spanning the history of hip-hop jewelry, from the 1980s to today, Ice Cold: A Hip-Hop Jewelry History is a stunning compilation of storytelling and visuals. Hundreds of extraordinary images of every major hip-hop artist on record celebrate how “ice” has become a proclamation of identity and self-expression. Starting with Run-DMC’s gold Adidas pendants and Eric B. & Rakim’s ostentatious dookie rope chains and Mercedes medallions, the jewelry then transforms from street style into a booming design culture. The hip-hop tradition of “show up and show out” reaches new heights with artists like Pharrell Williams, Jay-Z, Gucci Mane, and Cardi B...

Possibility of laminated on dibond, with metal structure, on request. Depth 3 cm for lamination otherwise photograph sent in roll - Printing in seven copies. Cedric Roulliat...

Immerse yourself in the surrealist world of Man Ray with this framed black and white photograph, a masterpiece of surrealist art. Printed in heliogravure, this artwork is part of a l...

“Smoking in Venice” 2003 by Stephen Elledge is a limited edition (10 total) direct print on aluminum backing.

Explore the pioneering work of Eadweard Muybridge with this framed black and white photograph, capturing his iconic study of a baby in motion. This photograph, printed in heliogravur...

Metallic print mounted on acrylic Edition limited to 99 copies Measures: 24" x 16" 36" x 24".

Black and white photo of craftsmen preparing and assembling a boats skeletal system suspended from the beams and rafters to work all sides and underneath the boat. Looking on is a ge...

20th c., black and white photographic prints, matted and framed under glass. A pair of polo action shots that capture the intensity of play and the agility of player and polo pony al...

Metallic print mounted on acrylic Edition Limited to 99 copies Measures: 24’’ x 16’’  36’’ x 24’’.

Pascal and Vastian's framed photograph captures a serene moment in nature—an exquisite ballet of grace and tranquility. The delicate composition features a group of swans gliding gra...

Selfportrait photographed by Man Ray. A posthumous print from the original negative circa 1970 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromide. Framed in a 19th century frame with m...

Black and White Photograph New York City / 1942 Artist and Date of Print Unknown image: 10" x 10" - some "dents" on the image - see images matte: 16" x 20" - matte needs to be repl...