Markus Klinko is an award-winning fashion and pop culture photographer and film director who is renowned all over the world. The Swiss-born artist has worked with a wealth of legendary celebrities in music, film and fashion, and has created poignant and striking images that capture the essence of popular culture of the 2000s.
Klinko was initially interested in music. He was a classically trained harpist and studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris. Klinko was a featured solo performer with orchestras around the world, signed an exclusive recording contract with EMI Classics and was awarded the Grand Prix de Disque for his recording of French harp music with members of the orchestra of the Paris Opera Bastille.
In 1994, Klinko suffered a hand injury and chose to retire from recording and performing. Instead, he decided to take up fashion photography. He’d made friends in the industry over the years and his talent earned him assignments with the likes of the London Sunday Times and Interview magazine and other French and British fashion magazines. Klinko eventually met revered British rock star David Bowie because he was shooting Bowie’s wife — supermodel, entrepreneur and actress Iman.
In 2001, the photographer shot the cover of the book I Am Iman — Iman's book, which features contributions by David Bailey, Helmut Newton and others — and Bowie commissioned Klinko to photograph him for the cover of the singer’s 2002 album Heathen. Klinko and Bowie worked together again for the cover of GQ, and a 2001-era collection of never-before-seen images of the musician that Klinko shot called “Bowie Unseen” has garnered international critical acclaim.
Collaborating with digital post-production artist and photo editor Indrani, Klinko has created some of the most iconic album covers of the 21st century and has worked with American superstars Beyoncé, Britney Spears and Lady Gaga. Over the years, the photographer has worked for Vogue, Vanity Fair, Hugo Boss, L’Oréal Paris and many more. A campaign he shot for children with AIDS raised over one million dollars in merely three days. The book Icons: The Celebrity Exposures of Markus and Indrani was published in 2012.
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Diane Kruger, 1995 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
This elegant Markus Klinko portrait of Diane Kruger captures the actress and model with striking symmetry, luminous beauty, and timeless editorial refinement. Closely framed against ...
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Kelis, Tasty, 2002 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
This radiant Markus Klinko beauty portrait of Kelis presents the artist in a close-up composition filled with color, texture, and early 2000s glamour. Set against a bright pink backg...
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Keanu Reeves #1, 2000 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
In this atmospheric Markus Klinko portrait, Keanu Reeves is photographed in a moody black-and-white composition that emphasizes depth, mystery, and cinematic character. Leaning forwa...
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Lady Gaga, Standing, 2009 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
This striking Markus Klinko portrait of Lady Gaga captures the artist in a dazzling fashion composition framed by radiant gold architecture and sculptural styling. With platinum hair...
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Iman, Studio 54, 2011 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
This glamorous Markus Klinko portrait of Iman channels the energy of Studio 54 with shimmering light, bold beauty, and disco-era sophistication. Framed by a sparkling reflective backdrop, Iman is photographed with dramatic makeup, voluminous hair, and a magnetic expression that captures the allure of nightlife, fashion, and celebrity culture. The work brings together Klinko’s polished studio technique and his talent for creating images that feel instantly iconic. A standout piece for collectors of Iman photography, Markus Klinko fine art prints, Studio 54-inspired photography, fashion portraiture, supermodel photography...
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Jennifer Lopez, Moonlight, 2006 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
In Jennifer Lopez, Moonlight, New York, 2006, Markus Klinko photographs Jennifer Lopez in a dramatic black-and-white fashion composition defined by shadow, movement, and sculptural e...
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David Bowie "Smoking" Photo, Signed Lt'd Ed by Markus Klinko - Ships Free
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning signed, limited-edition photo of David Bowie, shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below) in 2001. We offer this strictly limited-edition signed...
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$50,000
The Protector (Color) - David Bowie - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
In “The Protector,” Bowie stands with commanding presence beside a powerful wolf, holding it on a chain as it lunges forward with primal force. The stark black-and-white palette inte...
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Katie Holmes, Signed Lt'd Edition Photograph, Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning limited-edition photo of the lovely Katie Holmes, shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below) in 2004. We offer this...
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Kehlani, Out The Window, Paris, 2025
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
"“ So proud of Kehlani for winning 2 Grammys. Our shoot last July in Paris was one of my favorite in recent memory! “ Kehlani, Out The Window, Paris, 2025 C print on Fujicolor Cryst...
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David Bowie - The Wave by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
New Release - January 2026 "David Bowie - The Wave" New York, 2001 Museum quality fine art print of David Bowie by photographer Markus Klinko, from his celebrated collection "Bowie...
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David Bowie "Bowie, At Home" by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
New Release - January 2026 "Bowie, At Home" New York, 2001 Museum quality fine art print of David Bowie by photographer Markus Klinko, from his celebrated collection "Bowie Unseen"....
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"David Bowie: Smoking, 2002" by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Culver City, CA
"David Bowie: Smoking, 2002" 60 x 48 in Edition 4/12 by Markus Klinko David Bowie staring at the horizon is from Klinko's photo session for the cover of Heathen, released in 2002. T...
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Kehlani, Out The Window, Paris, v.2, 2025
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
"“ So proud of Kehlani for winning 2 Grammys. Our shoot last July in Paris was one of my favorite in recent memory! “ Kehlani, Out The Window, Paris, 2025 C print on Fujicolor Cryst...
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Beyoncé, Dangerously in Love - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
“Dangerously in Love” is the iconic album cover portrait of Beyoncé, photographed in 2003 by acclaimed Swiss photographer Markus Klinko. This image has become one of the most recogni...
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"David Bowie Heathen" Framed Original Vintage Poster Print
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
"David Bowie Heathen" by Markus Klinko David Bowie Heathens album cover, 2002, framed in an orange wood frame with anti glare Perspex. (photo by Markus Klinko) Heathen (stylised as uǝɥʇɐǝɥ) is the 23rd studio album by English musician David Bowie. It was originally released in Europe on 10 June 2002, and the following day in America. After departing EMI/Virgin, it was his first release through his newly-formed ISO Records label, in conjunction with Columbia Records. It reunited Bowie with producer Tony Visconti, marking the two's first full-album collaboration since 1980's Scary Monsters. Recording mostly took place at New York studios from August 2001 to January 2002 and featured overdubs from several guest musicians, including Dave Grohl and Pete Townshend. Two tracks, including "Afraid" and "Slip Away" evolved from Bowie's shelved Toy album, while three were covers by Pixies, Neil Young and the Legendary Stardust Cowboy. Framed Orange Framed Size: 33" x 24" (Inches) Image Size: 28" x 19'' (inches) Vintage C Type Poster...
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$9,800
Natural Villains (B&W) - David Bowie - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
“Natural Villains” stands as one of the defining centrepieces of Markus Klinko’s Bowie Unseen series, featuring the unmistakable presence of David Bowie. Although this iconic composi...
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David Bowie "Rhythm Roulette", Signed Lt'd Ed, Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
Want to turn any room in your home into an incredibly hip and happy place? This is a stunning signed, limited-edition photo of David Bowie, shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below) in 2002. We offer this strictly limited-edition signed C-print in a range of sizes and prices. The editions are quite small, so you'll own a remarkably rare and collectible work of photographic art. Shipping is FREE. Proudly presented by Guy Lyman Fine Art, New Orleans, with our firm guarantee. Ask about our other superb photographs by Markus Klinko, of stars including Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Kate Winslet, Naomi Campbell, Jennifer Lopez, and many others (see below). Markus Klinko is an award-winning, international fashion/celebrity photographer and director, who has worked with many of today's most iconic stars of film, music, and fashion. Klinko has photographed the likes of Beyonce, Lady Gaga, David Bowie, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Kanye West, Anne Hathaway, Kate Winslet, Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kim Kardashian, Naomi Campbell, and Iman. His editorial clients include Vogue, GQ, Vanity Fair, Harper's Bazaar, and Interview magazine. Brands such as Lancôme, L'Oréal Paris, Nike, Hugo Boss, Anna Sui, Pepsi, Skyy Vodka, and Remy Martin have hired Klinko to create advertising campaigns. His campaign for Keep A Child Alive raised over one million dollars for children with AIDS in just 3 days. Born in Switzerland of French, Italian, Jewish, and Hungarian descent, Klinko spent his early years training to become a classical harp soloist. He studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris. Later, Klinko signed an exclusive recording contract with EMI Classics, as well as a management contract with Columbia Artists Management. He received the Grand Prix de Disque for his recording of French harp music...
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Keanu Reeves Signed Lt'd Ed Photograph by Markus Klinko - Ships Free
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
A dramatic signed, limited-edition photo of Keanu Reeves, shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below). We offer this signed C-p...
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Ice Spice, On Throne - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
“Ice Spice, On Throne” is a regal and visually captivating composition that crowns the artist as a modern-day queen of pop culture. Seated on a luminous, sculptural throne, she exude...
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The Savior - David Bowie - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Dramatic and deeply symbolic, “The Savior” depicts Bowie striding across a stark, otherworldly landscape, a child held securely in his arms, which is reminiscent of the iconography o...
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$5,500
Lady Gaga "Hello Kitty" Signed Lt'd Ed Photograph by Markus Klinko - Ships Free
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
A fabulous signed, limited-edition photo of Lady Gage, shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below) for the 35th Anniversary of Hello Kitty in 2009. We offe...
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Meditation - David Bowie (B&W)) - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
“Meditation” by Markus Klinko reveals David Bowie in a rare moment of introspection, captured within the celebrated Bowie Unseen series. Kneeling in a composed, almost ritualistic po...
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Heathen, Bowie Unseen - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
“Heathen” is the haunting and conceptually powerful album cover portrait of David Bowie, photographed in 2001 by renowned Swiss photographer Markus Klinko. Rendered in a striking mon...
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The Writer's Block - David Bowie - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Leaning over a worn wooden desk, pen in hand, Bowie appears caught in a moment of creative tension - poised between inspiration and silence. “The Writer’s Block,” photographed by Mar...
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Seeing you from afar - David Bowie - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
“Seeing You From Afar” is a striking and conceptually rich portrait of David Bowie, captured in 2001 by acclaimed Swiss photographer Markus Klinko as part of the celebrated Bowie Uns...
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Ice Spice, Jean Paul Gaultier - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
In this striking couture portrait, Markus Klinko elevates Ice Spice into the realm of high fashion iconography. Dressed in a sculptural black ensemble, her presence is both powerful ...
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$4,400
Ice Spice, The Bath - Paper Magazine - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
“Ice Spice, The Bath” is a radiant and visually arresting portrait of Ice Spice, photographed in 2023 by acclaimed Swiss photographer Markus Klinko. Created as the cover image for Pa...
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Anne Hathaway, New Signed Lt'd Edition Photograph, Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
A dramatic signed, limited-edition photo of Anne Hathaway in a cool urban scene, shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below) in 2006. We offer this strictly limited-edition signed C-print in a range of sizes and prices. The editions are quite small, so you'll own a remarkably rare and collectible work of photographic art. Shipping is FREE. Proudly presented by Guy Lyman Fine Art, New Orleans, with our firm guarantee. Ask about our other superb photographs by Markus Klinko, of stars including Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Kate Winslet, Naomi Campbell, Jennifer Lopez, and many others (see below). Markus Klinko is an award-winning, international fashion/celebrity photographer and director, who has worked with many of today's most iconic stars of film, music, and fashion. Klinko has photographed the likes of Beyonce, Lady Gaga, David Bowie, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Kanye West, Anne Hathaway, Kate Winslet, Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kim Kardashian, Naomi Campbell, and Iman. His editorial clients include Vogue, GQ, Vanity Fair, Harper's Bazaar, and Interview magazine. Brands such as Lancôme, L'Oréal Paris, Nike, Hugo Boss, Anna Sui, Pepsi, Skyy Vodka, and Remy Martin have hired Klinko to create advertising campaigns. His campaign for Keep A Child Alive raised over one million dollars for children with AIDS in just 3 days. Born in Switzerland of French, Italian, Jewish, and Hungarian descent, Klinko spent his early years training to become a classical harp soloist. He studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris. Later, Klinko signed an exclusive recording contract with EMI Classics, as well as a management contract with Columbia Artists Management. He received the Grand Prix de Disque for his recording of French harp music...
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Ronnie Wood Rolling Stones by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood by photographer Markus Klinko taken in London, 2000 This print is availa...
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$5,500
Beyonce "Dangerously in Love" Album Photograph Signed Lt'd Ed. by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is the iconic photo of Beyonce that graced the cover of her hit album "Dangerously in Love." Shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below), this strictl...
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$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
NEW RELEASE David Bowie, Flipped, 2001 by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
New release September 2022. David Bowie, Flipped, 2001 by Markus Klinko Reworked negative image of David Bowie, taken from Markus Klinko's original imag...
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$4,400
Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend (B&W) - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend by Markus Klinko is a striking black-and-white fine art photograph centered on form, texture, and luxury detail. Metallic gloves, sculptural body li...
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April, The Magic Helmet, 1997 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
April by Markus Klinko is a sunlit poolside portrait that combines natural beauty, warm light, and contemporary glamour. The subject is photographed at the edge of turquoise water, w...
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$4,400
You Shouldn't Have, 2000, Black and White - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
You Shouldn’t Have by Markus Klinko is a sophisticated black-and-white fashion photograph focused on luxury, gesture, and graphic composition. Cropped suited figures, polished footwe...
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Time is Running Out, 2015 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Time Is Running Out, New York, 2015 by Markus Klinko is a dramatic fashion portrait set against a glowing clock motif and explosive golden light. The central figure stands with a dir...
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The Profile, 2018 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
The Profile by Markus Klinko is a refined contemporary portrait focused on silhouette, light, and futuristic styling. The subject is photographed in sharp side profile with a luminou...
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Moonsuit, 1999 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Moonsuit by Markus Klinko is a futuristic fine art portrait that combines space-age styling, glossy texture, and dramatic beauty photography. The subject appears framed within a prot...
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I Heart You, 2019 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
I Heart You, West Hollywood, 2019 by Markus Klinko is a bold close-up portrait defined by icy blue lighting, glittering red lips, and a playful heart-shaped visual motif. The tight f...
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The Goldfish, 2018 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
The Goldfish by Markus Klinko presents a vivid contemporary beauty portrait with surreal visual impact. A woman holds a glass containing two goldfish before her face, creating a laye...
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Dust #1, 2018 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Dust I by Markus Klinko is a striking close-up beauty photograph defined by glittering skin, dramatic shadow, and bold red lips. The cropped composition focuses on texture, gesture, ...
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Moonsuit
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
From a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese, Stoya and Aubrey O’Day This print is availabl...
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Eva Mendes Running Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes Running Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
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Eva Mendes The Dance Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes The Dance Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied ...
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Dita Von Teese Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Dita Von Teese Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
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Dita Von Teese Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Dita Von Teese Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
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Eva Mendes Church Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes Church Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Pa...
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Eva Mendes Fire Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes Fire Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Pap...
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Eva Mendes Dior Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes Dior Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Pape...
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Eva Mendes Gold Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes Gold Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Pape...
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David Bowie Rhythm Roulette Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
David Bowie Rhythm Roulette Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 30 x ...
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Laetitia Casta Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Laetitia Casta Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
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Kate Winslet Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Kate Winslet Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Pape...
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Stoya Running Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Stoya Running Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition Stoya, nude on the roof of the Rosslyn Hotel at night. C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of...
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The Encounter Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
The Encounter Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x 61...
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The Realization Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
The Realization Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Edition signed by the artist C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×2...
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Britney Dreams 2004 Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Britney Dreams 2004 Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 5...
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The Creation of Eve, 1997 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
The Creation of Eve, New York, 1997 by Markus Klinko is a richly atmospheric fine art portrait that combines beauty, mythology, and painterly abstraction. The subject appears with cl...
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Blue Skies. 2002 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Blue Skies, Los Angeles, 2002 by Markus Klinko captures a sun-drenched poolside moment filled with bright color, polished glamour, and early 2000s commercial photography style. The vivid blue sky, swimming pool setting, and reflective bottles create a crisp, aspirational atmosphere that blends fashion, lifestyle, and advertising-inspired imagery. Klinko’s sharp studio sensibility and saturated palette give the photograph a timeless pop-luxury appeal. A vibrant choice for collectors of Markus Klinko photography, Los Angeles photography...
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The Angel Factory, Emerald #3, 2023 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photograph
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
This striking Markus Klinko artwork continues the Emerald series with a highly stylized, cinematic composition bathed in intense green light. The image blends beauty, science-fiction...
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