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Albert Watson Still-life Photography

Scottish, b. 1942

Albert Watson studied graphic design before becoming a photographer. His manipulation of contrast and superior sense of composition distinguish his portraits of celebrities and models. With an emphasis on the formal and sculptural properties of his sitters' bodies, Watson's images have not only appeared in numerous American and European fashion magazines but also in museum and gallery exhibitions.

In Watson’s famous nude photographs of Kate Moss taken on her 18th birthday in 1993, the model's spine pokes through the skin of her curved back, like the scales of a dinosaur, while the right side of her body is entirely shaded. In a 1989 portrait, Naomi Campbell's head is silhouetted against a grey surface, while her bare shoulders and the arch of her back are illuminated. In 2010, he was awarded the Royal Photographic Society's Centenary Medal and Honorary Fellowship.

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Artist: Albert Watson
Heel on Stovetop, Budget Suites, Las Vegas – Albert Watson, BW, Kitchen, Heels
By Albert Watson
Located in Zurich, CH
Albert WATSON (*1942, Scotland) Heel on Stovetop, Budget Suites, Las Vegas, 2000 Archival pigment print Sheet 61 x 76 cm (24 x 29 7/8 in.) Edition of 25; Ed. no 12/25 Print only Alb...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Albert Watson Still-life Photography

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Archival Pigment

Lavazza Calendar - coffee cup with woman sitting on it in black and white
By Albert Watson
Located in Vienna, AT
Limited Edition of 25. Other sizes and prices on request. Albert Watson has made his mark as one of the world’s most successful fashion and commercial photographers during the last four decades, while creating his own art along the way. Over the years, his striking images have appeared on more than 100 covers of Vogue around the world and been featured in countless other publications, from Rolling Stone to Time to Interview and Vibe _ many of the photographs iconic portraits of rock stars...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Albert Watson Still-life Photography

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Archival Pigment

Cadillac in Parking Lot, Las Vegas - the car in the dark with lights in green
By Albert Watson
Located in Vienna, AT
Albert Watson is a veteran of international fine art-, fashion- and commercial photography, a non-conformist intellectual and uncompromising creative force. The multitalented photogr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Albert Watson Still-life Photography

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Archival Pigment

Armstrong’s Lunar Suit, Air & Space Museum, Washington D.C, 1990, Fine Art Print
By Albert Watson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Archival Pigment Print
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1990s Contemporary Albert Watson Still-life Photography

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Archival Pigment

Fun City, Las Vegas - Motel on the strip with neon signs, Fine Art Photography
By Albert Watson
Located in Vienna, AT
Other sizes and high end framing on request. Albert Watson is a veteran of international fine art-, fashion- and commercial photography, a non-conformist intellectual and uncompromis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Albert Watson Still-life Photography

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Archival Pigment

'Adult Movies' - iconic neon sign in LA, fine art photography, 2001
By Albert Watson
Located in Vienna, AT
All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certifica...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Albert Watson Still-life Photography

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Archival Pigment

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Find a wide variety of authentic Albert Watson still-life photography available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of still-life photography to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of pink and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Albert Watson in archival pigment print, pigment print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Albert Watson still-life photography, so small editions measuring 30 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Robert Stivers, Jo Ann Callis, and Michael Huey. Albert Watson still-life photography prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15,000 and tops out at $17,251, while the average work can sell for $16,126.

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