Arthur Steel Figurative Photography
British, b. 1936
Photographer Arthur Steel's archive of iconic images is nothing short of fabulous, and counts David Walliams as a collector. His most famous photograph is arguably of Diana and Charles's kiss on the balcony on their wedding day. He was one of just a handful of photographers who were on the "royal rota" that day.
Regarded as a highly respected editor and Fleet Street photographer, Arthur photographed a vast array of celebrities over the years. In his images one can see how at ease his subjects felt in his company, such as Eric Morecambe within his study, Elton John at home with his songwriting partner Bernie Taupin, George Best surrounded by bubble bath or even the "Iron Lady" Margaret Thatcher in her bedroom applying makeup.
Today, Steel oversees and authenticates the production of his extremely rare photographic limited edition prints from negatives only recently unearthed from his personal treasured archive.
Arthur's collector base continues to grow internationally. Notably, his work is found at Gordon Ramsay's restaurant in Mayfair, London, as well as Gordon Ramsay restaurants in Kuala Lumpur and Macao.
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Artist: Arthur Steel
Crash Test Dummies By Arthur Steel
By Arthur Steel
Located in London, GB
Crash Test Dummies
By Arthur Steel
Paper size: 24 x 19" / 61x48 cm
Silver Gelatin Print
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Crash Test Dummies by Arthur Steel
By Arthur Steel
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Crash Test Dummies
by Arthur Steel
Crash Test Dummies – General Motors dummy hospital, Detroit, 1969
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‘The Upper Glasses’ by Arthur Steel Limited Edition
By Arthur Steel
Located in London, GB
‘The Picture Frame’
by Arthur Steel
Paper size: 20 x 13.5 inches / 51 x 34 cm
Framing options available.
Note: Image unearthed January 2013.
Arthur r...
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Captivated Audience by Arthur Steel
By Arthur Steel
Located in London, GB
Captivated Audience
by Arthur Steel
SURREY 1979
All prints are hand signed limited editions, no further prints are produced once sold.
paper size - 16 x 12" / 41 x 31 cm
signed a...
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