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
Crash Test Dummies – General Motors dummy hospital, Detroit, 1969
All prints are hand signed limited editions, no further prints are produced ...
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1960s Modern Arthur Steel Figurative Photography
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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
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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
1968 (printed later)
unframed
hand signed
limited edition of 30
note other print sizes a...
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1960s Modern Arthur Steel Figurative Photography
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‘The Upper Glasses’ by Arthur Steel Limited Edition
By Arthur Steel
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‘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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1970s Modern Arthur Steel Figurative Photography
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What A Wonderful World 1968 photograph of Louis Armstrong by Arthur Steel
By Arthur Steel
Located in London, GB
Louis Armstrong practices his scales exclusively for Arthur Steel’s camera whilst awaiting a flight back to his home from touring.
Image unearthed January 2013. Printed Later.
Arth...
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1960s Photorealist Arthur Steel Figurative Photography
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