Born Emmanuel Radnitzky, Man Ray was a famous American filmmaker, painter and photographer. His career is distinctive, above all, for the success he achieved in both the United States and Europe. First maturing at the center of American modernism in the 1910s, he made Paris his home in the 1920s and 1930s. In the 1940s, he crossed the Atlantic once again and spent periods in New York and Hollywood.
Ray’s art spanned painting, sculpture, film, prints and poetry, and in his long career, he worked in styles influenced by Cubism, Futurism, Dada and Surrealism. He also successfully navigated the worlds of commercial and fine art and came to be a sought-after fashion photographer. Ray is perhaps most remembered for his photographs of the inter-war years, in particular, the camera-less pictures he called "Rayographs," but he always regarded himself first and foremost as a painter. Although he matured as an abstract painter, Ray eventually disregarded the traditional superiority painting held over photography and happily moved between different forms. Dada and Surrealism were important in encouraging this attitude; they also persuaded him that the idea that motivates a work of art was more important than the work of art itself.
André Breton once described Ray as a pre-Surrealist, something which accurately describes his natural affinity for the style. Even before the movement had coalesced, in the mid-1920s, his work, influenced by Marcel Duchamp, had Surrealist undertones. He would continue to draw on the movement's ideas throughout his life. Ray's work has ultimately been very important in popularizing Surrealism.
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Man Ray Black and White Photography of Lee Miller Framed in XXth Century Frame
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Portrait of Lee Miller photographed by Man Ray, circa 1930. A posthumous print from the original negative by Pierre Gassmann, circa 1970. Framed in a early xxth century frame. Bor...
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Man Ray, Portrait of Marcel Duchamp, 1916 / 1991, Black and White Photograph
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, ES
This striking black and white photograph by Man Ray, titled Portrait of Marcel Duchamp, captures the renowned artist Marcel Duchamp in a full-length seated pose. The photograph, or...
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Man Ray "Concrete Mixer" Hand-Woven Wool Tapestry
By Man Ray
Located in New York, NY
-Design in 1916, Woven 1973 -79 x 59 in, 200 x 150 cm -Signed and Numbered 4/6 -Manufactured by Atelier 3, Paris, France -Provenance: Private French Collection This tapestry, Concret...
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Man Ray "Jeune Fille" Hand-Woven Wool Tapestry
By Man Ray, Atelier 3
Located in New York, NY
-Design in 1916, Woven 1973 -79 x 59 in, 200 x 150 cm -Signed and Numbered 5/6 -Manufactured by Atelier 3, Paris, France -Provenance: Private French Collection
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Man Ray, The Father of Mona Lisa, 1968, Lithograph
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, ES
This exceptional lithograph by Man Ray, titled "The Father of Mona Lisa," is a distinguished piece from the portfolio S.M.S. #3 (Shit Must Stop), published in April 1968. This port...
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Rare Man Ray Hand Signed Black and White Photography of Gigi, 1927
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Man Ray photography of Gigi, 1927. Hand signed in pencil. Stamped by Man Ray Paris. Born (Philadelphia, 1890-Paris, 1976) Emmanuel Radnitzky, Man Ray adopted his pseudonym in 1909,...
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Man Ray Epreuve de Artiste Photography – Hand Signed and Stamped Masterpiece
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Immerse yourself in the surreal with this exceptional black and white Epreuve de Artiste photography by the legendary Man Ray. A surrealist portrait of a woman, meticulously framed i...
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1986 Man Ray - Galleria Bianca Pilat Milano Original Vintage Poster
By Man Ray
Located in Winchester, GB
Gorgeous poster promoting Man Ray's solo exhibition at the Galleria Bianca Pilat in Milan, Italy. The exhibition opened on October and ran until November 1986 and featured many of th...
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Man Ray "Orchestra" Hand-Woven Wool Tapestry
By Man Ray
Located in New York, NY
-Design in 1916, Woven 1973 -79 x 59 in, 200 x 150 cm -Signed and Numbered 5/6 -Manufactured by Atelier 3, Paris, France -Provenance: Private French Collection This striking tapestry...
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1966 Man Ray - Los Angeles County Museum of Art Original Vintage Poster
By Man Ray
Located in Winchester, GB
Gorgeous poster promoting Man Ray's solo exhibition at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The exhibition opened on October 26th 1966 and featured many of the artists paintings and...
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Man Ray Black and White Framed Photography of Paul Eluard and André Breton
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Portrait of Paul Eluard and André Breton photographed by Man Ray, 1932. A posthumous print from the original negative in 1977 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin...
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Georges Braque Solarized Photography by Man Ray, Gelatin Silver Print, 1977
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Man Ray photography of Georges Braque, 1930. A posthumous print from the original negative in 1977 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromide Unsigned. Man Ray (1890-1976) was an...
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Man Ray Framed Photography of a Woman, Gelatin Silver Bromide, 1970s
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Woman photographed by Man Ray. A posthumous print from the original negative around 1970 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromide. Stamped in the back with Man Ray Paris Stam...
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Gertrude Stein Photography by Man Ray, Gelatin Silver Print, 1970s
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Man Ray photography of Gertrude Stein, 1930. A posthumous print from the original negative in 1977 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromide. Stamped on the back of the photo. M...
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Man Ray Black and White Photography of Max Ernst & Marie Berthe Aurenche
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Portrait of Max Ernst and Marie Berthe Aurenche photographed by Man Ray, circa 1930. A posthumous print from the original negative in 1977 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromid...
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Man Ray Black and White Photography of a Woman, Gelatin Silver Bromide, 1970s
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Man Ray photography of a woman, circa 1930. A posthumous print from the original negative in 1977 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromide. Unsigned. Born (Philadelphia, 1890 -...
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Man Ray Black and White Photography of Georges Braque, circa 1970
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Man Ray Photograph of Georges Braque, 1930. A posthumous print from the original negative in 1977 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromide, framed on a 19th century frame wit...
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Man Ray Archive Photography of Smoking Device
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Man Ray Archive photography of smoking device in 1959. Printed in 1970 by Studio Marconi. Framed on a 19th century frame with Museum Glass. Gelatin silver bromide 24 x 18. Ma...
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Man Ray Photography of Yves Tanguy
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Portrait of Yves Tanguy photographed by Man Ray, circa 1930. A posthumous print from the original negative in 1977 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromide. Born (Philadel...
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Man Ray Limited Edition Red and Black Photolithography "R", circa 1970
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Photolithography by Man Ray, 1970. Stamped rotogravure reproduction of series by Bolaffiarte. Limited edition of 5000. Exemplary number 4461.
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Man Ray Self-Portrait Gelatin Silver Print, Posthumous Print by Pierre Gassmann
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
A striking self-portrait photograph by Man Ray, printed posthumously from the original negative circa 1970 by Pierre Gassmann. Executed as a gelatin silver bromide print, this work c...
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Man Ray Black and White Surrealist Portrait Photography of Giorgio De Chirico
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Portrait of Giorgio De Chirico photographed by Man Ray, circa 1930. A posthumous print from the original negative in 1977 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromide. Unsigned. Bo...
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Man Ray Black and White Framed Photography of a Manikin
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Man Ray photography of a manikin, circa 1970. Framed on a 19th century frame. Printed by Pierre Grassmann, circa 1970. Gelatin silver bromide. Born (Philadelphia, 1890 - Par...
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Man Ray Surrealist Framed Black And White Photography 'Hommage a Lautréamont'
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
'Beau comme la rencontre fortuite, sur une table de dissection, d'une machineà coudre et d'un parapluie' Photography by Man Ray, circa 1935. This is a posthumous print from the or...
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Man Ray Photography of André Breton
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Portrait of André Breton photographed by Man Ray, 1932. A posthumous print from the original negative in 1977 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromide...
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Black & White Photography Limited Edition Portrait of a
Located in Weesp, NL
Limited Edition #01/10 Black & White portrait of a road house Chef in Nikko, October 2022 by Taco Joustra. This portrait is part of a series titled "Faces of Japan". The museum quality fine art B&W print measures Height : 20.866 x Width : 15.994 inches. This includes the 0.787 inch white border The photograph will be signed and numbered . Japanese cuisine, also known as washoku, is characterized by its emphasis on seasonality, simplicity, and balance of flavors. It also places a strong emphasis on the appearance of dishes, with a focus on presentation. Sushi, ramen, and tempura are some of the most well-known Japanese dishes...
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$597
H 20.87 in W 15.91 in D 0.01 in
Black & White Photography Limited Edition Portrait of a Japanese Sushi Chef
Located in Weesp, NL
Limited Edition #01/10 Black & White portrait of a Sushi Chef in Tokyo October 2022 by Taco Joustra. This portrait is part of a series titled "Faces o...
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$812Sale Price|24% Off
H 32.29 in W 16.54 in D 0.79 in
Flemish Tapestry Fragment, Hand-Woven Wool, Late 17th Century, 82cm
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
B/876 - Flemish XVIII tapestry nice fragment for wall: an idea for an unusual picture on wall, more elegant and less expensive. It is certainly not common to see it in a house.
Wool
$375
H 14 in W 11 in D 1 in
Bruce of L.A. Original Vintage 50s Male Nude Signed Black & White Photograph
By Bruce Bellas
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Another original 8 x 10 black-and-white photograph by world, renowned photographer, Bruce Bellas AKA Bruce of L.A. we have sold many on 1st Dibs from our personal collection of 40+ y...
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$2,800
H 65 in W 85 in D 0.2 in
Classic French Hunting Scene Tapestry, 7'1 x 5'5 Hand-Woven Wool, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Classic French hunting Scene Tapestry 7'1 x 5'5. A 20th century hand woven reproduction of a classic French hunting scene tapestry.
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Vintage Lithograph by Johnny Friedlaender, circa 1968
By Johnny Friedlaender
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Lithograph Johnny Friedlaender: 1912 - 1992 circa 1968 Very nicely framed with gold frame and linen mat. Ready to hang. Frame Size: 21" W x 23 3/4" H Visible Image Size: 14" W x 17" H "Johnny Gotthard Friedlaender (1912-1992), printmaker and painter, was born in Pless, Prussian Silesia (Germany) on June 21, 1912, the son of a pharmacist. He moved to Breslau in 1921 and, in 1928, he enrolled at the Breslau Art Academy where he attended master classes taught by Otto Mueller, a member of Die Brücke. During his academy years Friedlaender worked in lithography and etching. In 1930, he moved to Dresden, where his work was included in group exhibitions at Galerie J. Sandel and, in 1936, he traveled to Czechoslovakia, Switzerland, Austria, France, and Belgium. Friedlaender and his young wife fled the Nazi regime in 1937 settling in Paris as political refugees. In 1938 and 1939, Friedlaender worked at the literary weekly magazine Marianne on Paul Chadourne's recommendation. From 1939 to 1943 he was interned in a series of concentration camps. After the war, the Friedlaenders returned to Paris in 1945, in 1947 he became a member of the Salon de Mai, and in 1950 he became a French citizen. "Friedlaender worked for various journals and focused on etching as his main medium of expression. He became one of the great innovators in color printmaking and a school formed in Paris around his work as a painter and printmaker. From his Paris atelier Friedlaender instructed younger artists who themselves went on to become noteworthy, among them Arthur Luiz Piza, Brigitte Coudrain...
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$15,920Sale Price|38% Off
H 106.7 in W 128.35 in D 0.24 in
18th Century Aubusson Tapestry Verdure, Hand-Woven Wool, France
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A luxurious 18th-century Aubusson tapestry, depicting a dog barking at fowl on a river, in a typically rural and architectural-themed landscape. Hand-woven in wool, in predominantly ...
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Black and White Photograph of Female Nude - Artist Unknown
By Alfred Stieglitz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Black and White Photograph of Female Nude Artist, Subject and Date are Unknown "Nude" in the style of Alfred Stieglitz image 10.75" x 13.75" - mounted matte: 16" x 20" "matte is l...
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$1,721
H 51.19 in W 33.86 in D 1.19 in
1960 Scandinavian Wall Tapestry, Hand-Woven Wool & Linen, Poland
Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
Scandinavian tapestry from the 1960s, handwoven with a dense weave, featuring a harmonious palette of natural colors. Perfect condition with label on the back. Artist: A. Raczk...
Wool, Linen
Framed Black and White Photography Print of Nude Figure
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Striking black and white photographic print of a nude figure, elegantly framed. The composition highlights the interplay of light and shadow, celebrating the human form with a timele...
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Vintage Hand-Woven African Tapestry, Wool, Village Life Scenes
Located in Barrington, IL
Celebrate the beauty in simplicity with this vintage hand-woven African tapestry, a captivating textile artwork that portrays life in a rural village. Depicting people and animals en...
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Woven Wool Tapestry in the Style of Evelyn Ackerman
By Evelyn Ackerman
Located in Kansas City, MO
Beautiful vintage modern wall hanging of an outdoor scene with people, animals, and trees in the styled of Evelyn Ackerman. Very good condi...
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Man Ray "The meeting" - French Wool Tapestry
By Man Ray
Located in New York, NY
- Handwoven wool tapestry by Atelier 3, Paris. - Edition/6 - Project date: 1913 (from the Revolving Doors series) - Weaving date: c. 1975 - “The Meeting" is a part of tapestry series...
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Man Ray Framed Black and White Photography - Limited Edition
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
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...
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Man Ray Framed Black and White Photography
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
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...
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Man Ray Framed Black and White Photography - Limited Edition
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
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...
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H 21.2 in W 36.7 in D 0.1 in
1966 Man Ray - Los Angeles County Museum of Art Original Vintage Poster
By Man Ray
Located in Winchester, GB
Gorgeous poster promoting Man Ray's solo exhibition at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The exhibition opened on October 26th 1966 and featured many of the artists paintings and...
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H 16.74 in W 14.38 in D 1.19 in
Man Ray Framed Black and White Photography - Limited Edition Heliogravure
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
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...
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H 26.75 in W 38.5 in D 0.25 in
"A L' Heure de L' Observatoire-Les Amoureux" Man Ray Art Exhibition Poster 1983
By Man Ray
Located in San Diego, CA
"A L' Heure de L' Observatoire-Les Amoureux" art exhibition offset lithograph poster by Man Ray, circa 1983. The poster is in good vintage condition with no rips or tears and is mou...
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H 33.5 in W 20.625 in D 1 in
Exhibition Poster for Man Ray at Galerie Alexandre Iolas, Paris, 1973-1974
By Man Ray
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exhibition Poster for Man Ray at Galerie Alexandre Iolas, Paris, 1973-1974 Made in Italy - original exhibition poster
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Man Ray Photography
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Man Ray photography This is an archive silver gelatin copy. Not signed or stamped. Man Ray (1890–1976) was an American visual artist who spent most of his...
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Man Ray Alphabet Prints Set of 26
By Man Ray
Located in Atlanta, GA
Complete Set of 26 "Analphabet" prints, by Man Ray, circa 1974. This work was originally created in 1947, and these are from the 1974 limited edition by Nadada Editions. They have be...
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Rayograph 1922, Man Ray
By Man Ray
Located in bari, IT
Rayograph A term invented by Man Ray, in which he merged his name with the word “photograph” to describe his particular approach to the technique of making photograms. As old as photography itself, photograms are photographic prints made by placing objects and other elements on photosensitive paper and exposing it to light, without the use of a camera.” (Source: MoMa) Edition: Griffelkunst edition, the print has been printed in 1978...
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H 7.09 in W 10.04 in D 0.79 in
Man Ray Le Monde des Echecs Framed Photographic Print of Marcel Duchamp
By Man Ray, Marcel Duchamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Print from "Le Monde des Echecs" Serie No. 1. by Edition L'Echiquier, 1933. V. Halberstadt and M. Duchamp photomontage by Man Ray. Portfolio of famous chess players and chess book...
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