Mark Shaw Art

Coco Chanel Shrugs, 1957 -- Photographed for Life in 1957, Coco Chanel is seen "in her 30 million franc ($85,000) necklace and two year old suit…" Mark Sh...

Audrey Hepburn, r14_7 -- Audrey Hepburn at home. This image is an out take from photos shot for the cover of the December 7, 1953 issue of Life. Image size is 22" x 22" (for 24" x 36...

Audrey Hepburn Breakfasts, c15_42 -- Photographed for LIFE's December 1953 issue. Audrey Hepburn is seen having lunch alone in her studio dres...

Coco Creates Jewelry, 1957 -- Coco Chanel, photographed in 1957, was famous for using huge jewels both real and fake. Her cigarette remains in place despite the jewels before her. Ma...

Coco Creates Jewelry, Front, 1957 -- Coco Chanel creates jewelry in her workroom. She works with plasticine surrounded by boxes overflowing with "jewels." Mark Shaw's informal, grain...

One Shouldered Maillot in St. Tropez Beach Cabana 1961 -- Photographed by Mark Shaw for the Jan. 13, 1961 issue of LIFE, Irene poses in a one shouldered maillot. The Japanese style b...

Christine Mayer St. Tropez Bikini Black Hat -- Photographed for the January 1961 issue of LIFE, Christine Mayer poses on the jetty overlooking St. Tropez harbor wearing the year's bi...

Coco with Suzy Parker Discusses New Designs, 1957 -- Coco Chanel and American model Suzy Parker try on various new pieces. Mark Shaw's informal, grainy, black and white images of Coco Chanel were created using an unobtrusive 35mm camera and film processing methods that enabled him to eliminate all other photographic equipment. Although Shaw's techniques increased the grain and contrast of the photographs, the lack of intimidating, distracting flash and lights allowed him to capture an unusually relaxed Chanel. Image size is 22" x 32" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. A black and white photograph of Chanel with...

Coco Chanel Writes at Desk in Window, Head Up, 1957 -- Coco Chanel writes at her desk, head up. Mark Shaw's informal, grainy, black and white images of Coco Chanel were created using...

Coco Enters her Shop on the Rue Fauborg St. Honore, 1957 -- Photographed in 1957, Coco Chanel is seen entering her boutique in Paris. According to LIFE, Coco is “…credited with either inventing or popularizing the short skirt, the flat chest, the sling pump...

Brigitte Bardot in Braids, Side View, 1958 -- Brigitte Bardot was photographed by Mark Shaw in 1958. Mark, who often predicted who would become stars, thought one of these images of Bardot should have been used as a cover for LIFE, but LIFE, alas, did not have Mark’s vision. Another variation was instead used by the American Society of Magazine Photographers in 1959, as the cover of their industry magazine “Infinity.” Image size is 22" x 32" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. Fashion photography of Brigitte Bardot in braids. She is sitting at the end of a stone staircase...

Audrey Hepburn, r23_7 -- Shot for the April 19, 1954 international issue of Life. Initially Audrey Hepburn did all she could to avoid Mark Shaw's cameras. When she realized they shar...

Vanity Fair Butterfly Robe Front -- This image was part of an award winning advertising campaign for Vanity Fair lingerie photographed by Mark Shaw over...

Audrey Hepburn, Wally Westmore on the Set of Sabrina, r1_11 – Audrey Hepburn gets a last minute touch up from makeup artist Wally Westmore on the set of Paramount's Sabrina Fair. Ima...

Black Bikini on St. Tropez Boardwalk 1961 -- Photographed by Mark Shaw in 1961 for Life, model Irene wears a black bikini designed by Tiktiner on the boar...

JFK Lifts Caroline Over His Head as Jackie Looks On, nb_098_099 -- The Kennedys at Hyannis Beach. Image size is 22" x 32" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to...

Christine visits the Boucherie in St. Tropez 1961 -- Photographed by Mark Shaw for the Jan. 13, 1961 issue of LIFE, model Christine Mayer wears an embroidered bikini while visiting a...

Audrey in Striped Sweater Reads, 1953 -- Shot for Life in 1953. Audrey Hepburn often ate dinner alone on the floor while reading classical drama "with heavy helpings of Shaw and Shakespeare." Image size is 22" x 22" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. A black and white photograph of Audrey Hepburn. She is sitting on the floor of her home. She has a small table to hold her book while she reads it. Next to her is a round tray with a sandwich, an apple, a saucer, a jar, and a glass. She is sitting with both legs on either side of the small table. She is wearing pants and a striped long sleeve shirt...

Elsa Martinelli in Black Romper at Portofino, 1954 -- Actress and Socialite Elsa Martinelli, a favorite model of Mark Shaw's, was photographed for the LIF...

St. Tropez Model in Shorts with Admirer -- Photographed by Mark Shaw for the article “The St. Tropez Way for the U.S.A.” from the Jan 13, 1961 issue of Life, model “Irene” is wearing...

St. Tropez Model in White Eyelet Dress -- Photographed by Mark Shaw in St. Tropez, no version of this image ever appeared in the 1961 Life article featuri...

St. Tropez Model in Yellow Ensemble -- Yellow clad model photographed by Mark Shaw on St. Paul de Vence street for the Jan. 9, 1956 article in Life “Su...

Givenchy Clad Model is Sketched at Trouville -- Photographed by Mark Shaw for the Jan. 14, 1957 issue of Life, this model is captured wearing resort fashion...

Vanity Fair Butterfly Robe Swirling -- Vanity Fair lingerie photographed by Mark Shaw for an award winning campaign over the course of ten years. THE 24...

Vanity Fair Sheer Gown Icon, Circa 1955 -- One of Mark Shaw’s favorite photographs, this Vanity Fair slip was photographed by Mark Shaw for an award w...

Vanity Fair Sheer Gown Left Arm Up -- One of Mark Shaw's most sold Vanity Fair lingerie images. This photograph was part of an award winning advertising campaign. Image size is 22" x...

Vanity Fair Nude Back -- A very popular Mark Shaw image photographed for an award winning Vanity Fair advertising campaign. THE 24” x 36” SIZE OF THIS...

Vanity Fair Nude Side -- This Mark Shaw image was part of an award winning Vanity Fair lingerie advertising campaign. THE 24” x 36” SIZE OF THIS IMAGE IS ONLY OFFERED IN AN EDITION O...

Vanity Fair Bike Shorts and Mules -- Vanity Fair lingerie photographed by Mark Shaw for an award winning advertising campaign over the course of ten years....

Vanity Fair Pleated Grecian Back -- Vanity Fair lingerie photographed by Mark Shaw for an award winning campaign over the course of ten years. THE 24” x 36” SIZE OF THIS IMAGE IS ONL...

Vanity Fair Pleated Reclining Half Circle -- Vanity Fair lingerie photographed by Mark Shaw for an award winning campaign over the course of ten years. Image size is 22" x 28" (for 2...

Vanity Fair Pleated Babydoll -- Mark Shaw photographed Vanity Fair lingerie over the course of ten years for an award winning advertising campaign. Image size is 22" x 28" (for 24" x...

Vanity Fair Close Up in Corner -- This image was part of an award winning Vanity Fair lingerie advertising campaign. THE 24” x 36” SIZE OF THIS IMAGE IS ONLY OFFERED IN AN EDITION OF...

Vanity Fair Pleated Sitting Half Slip -- Mark Shaw photographed Vanity Fair lingerie for an award winning campaign over the course of ten years. Image size i...

Beach Striped Chair -- A classic 1950s beach image. Photographed for Mademoiselle. Image size is 22" x 28" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prin...

Jackie and Caroline with Collie, nb_071 -- Jackie and Caroline Kennedy play with the family's Collie on the Virginia estate of Jacqueline's mother, Mrs. Hugh D. Auchincloss. The Coll...

Vera Valdez and Models at Chanel Salon, 1961 -- This image is a an outtake from the September 1, 1961 issue of LIFE. The article was primarily printed in b...

Ferreras Corset -- An award winning corset design by Miguel Ferreras photographed by Mark Shaw for LIFE in 1961. THE 24” x 36” SIZE OF THIS IMAGE IS ONLY OFFERED IN AN EDITION OF 15....

John F. Kennedy Portrait, 006v1. Image size is 22" x 22" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each pr...

Henrietta Tiarks Among the Trees, Crahay for Ricci, Paris, 1959 -- Henrietta Tiarks, the Dutchess of Bedford, models a green suit by Jules Francois Crahay of Nina Ricci. The location...

Mademoiselle Model Having Fun -- An out take from a photo shoot for the June 1958 issue of Mademoiselle, Mark Shaw caught a model having fun! Image size is 22" x 22" (for 24" x 36" p...

Courtyard Fath Blue Ball Gown -- Jacques Fath ball gown, photographed for the September 1955 issue of Life. Shot at Mme. Fath's townhouse. Image size is...

Salon Dior Cream Velvet Fur Stole -- Photographed in 1954 for LIFE by Mark Shaw in the Dior Salon, buyers and other important guests view a model wearing a cream velvet tea length gown...

Dior Gown with Fur Hat, Paris, 1954 -- One of Mark Shaw’s favorite photographs, this Christian Dior gown was published in 1954 in LIFE. Used as Cover image for Dior Book. Image size ...

Beach Hat Models in Red Jaguar -- Photographed by Mark Shaw for LIFE's June 1959 article "Bedecked Beach Hats hit the City" this image shows five models sporting an array of amusingly decorated beach hats. The convertible parked on a New York side street is a Jaguar XK...

Corvette at Gas Station, Day -- A circa 1960s Corvette was photographed for an advertising campaign. Image size is 22" x 28" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. A photograph in color of a white corvette at the gas station. There is a woman in the car. She has a pink fluffy...

Model with Lincoln Center Architect, 1962 -- Mark Shaw's photograph of a model in a pink suit was taken at Lincoln Center in 1962. While we do not know if th...

Audrey Hepburn, r7_10 -- Bicycle parked, Audrey Hepburn has a little time for herself while dining in her studio dressing room. This image is an out take from the photo shoot for the...

Mod Blue Fur Hood, 1961 -- Mark Shaw's model in blue and fur is an outtake from the LIFE September 1961 article "The Big Paris Word: Shape". Image size is 22" x 22" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. Fashion photography of a model wearing a blue coat and hood. She is also wearing a fur boa...

Audrey Hepburn Supine Reading, r7_6 -- Audrey Hepburn loved to read the classics, especially works by Shakespeare and Shaw. Image size is 22" x 22" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. A black and white photograph of Audrey Hepburn reading...

Kennedy Family Sailing nb_038_039 -- The Kennedy Family sailing on Nantucket Sound. Image size is 22" x 32" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limi...

Elsa Martinelli in Red Chiffon circa 1960 -- Actress and Socialite Elsa Martinelli, a favorite model of Mark Shaw's, was photographed in a red chiffon Dior dress for an unpublished project for LIFE magazine, sometime in the early 1960s. Image size is 22" x 22" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. Fashion photography of model Elsa Martinelli in a red chiffon dress...

Socialite Lee Radziwill, Blue Cape in Brocade Room -- Photographed by Mark Shaw in the 1960's, socialite Lee Radziwill, younger sister of Jacqueline Kennedy ...

Fabiani Bag Dress Outside Harry's Bar, Paris, 1957 -- A model wearing a Fabiani "Bag" dress is photographed outside Harry's Bar in Paris. Photographed in 1...

Audrey Hepburn, 54_0309a_a -- Audrey Hepburn was photographed for the June 1954 issue of Mademoiselle. Her dress is a Claire McCardell creation. THE 24” x 36” SIZE OF THIS IMAGE IS O...

Beach White Chair -- A classic 1950s beach image photographed by Mark Shaw for Mademoiselle. Image size is 22" x 28" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark S...

Mark Shaw Spoof, Kiss by Blonde, CU. Image size is 22" x 32" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. A black and white photograph of Mark Shaw being kissed by a blonde model. Mark Shaw looks to the camera and raises his eyebrows. He has a cigarette sticking...

The Kennedys at Hyannis Beach nb_081b, 1959. Image size is 22" x 32" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag pa...

Elizabeth Taylor in Yellow with Ivy, Side 3 -- Mark Shaw was sent by LIFE to photograph Elizabeth Taylor for the April 28, 1961 issue. The images he took were never used for the article that celebrated her acceptance of the Oscar for best actress of 1960 for her role as a semi-pro call girl in the movie Butterfield 8. Shaw’s stunning portraits show Taylor in her Oscar ceremony finery, a dress called “Soiree a Rio” from Dior’s Spring-Summer 1961 Haute Couture collection. Image size is 22" x 22" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. Each print is Estate stamped on the back and signed and numbered by David Shaw, and accompanied by a letter of authenticity. Lead time is four to six weeks, but we often receive them sooner. *Please note this image is available in several sizes. Prices increase as editions sell out. Fashion photography of Elizabeth Taylor. She is standing and turns her head to her left to face the camera. She keeps her hands in front of her by her waist. She does not smile. She is wearing a yellow dress with flower designs on the bottom skirt. There is a pink flower on her waist. This is an outdoor photograph...

Backstage Balmain Tartan Gown -- Backstage at the 1954 Pierre Balmain Couture show. Image size is 22" x 32" (for 24" x 36" paper size). All Mark Shaw pr...