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Markus Klinko Art

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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Artist: Markus Klinko
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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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Miss UK Nude Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Miss UK Nude 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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1990s Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

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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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Kim Kardashian Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Kim Kardashian Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Britney The Forest 2004 Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Britney The Forest Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51...
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Early 2000s Modern Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Pamela Anderson Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Pamela Anderson 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 ...
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1980s Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

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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Early 2000s Modern Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Liz Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Liz 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 cm Printed 2020 Edition sizes are : 20×24 inches edition of 50 + 8 Artist’s proofs 40×30 inches edition of 25 + 6 Artist’s proofs 60×40 inches edition of 12 + 4 Artist’s proofs   FRAMING: Please note that this piece is unframed – however, we offer a full framing service. If you would like this piece framed, please contact us for a quote. international fashion/celebrity director iconic stars of film music fashion photographer nude model balcony reflections shadows city mountain glass
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Late 20th Century Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

David Bowie Heathen (Framed)
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
David Bowie Heathen album cover, 2002. TITLE: David Bowie Heathen PHOTO: Markus Klinko SIGNED LIMITED LIFETIME EDITION 20/50
 PAPER: SILVER GELATIN FIBRE PRINT FULLY FRAMED: 31.8 x ...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

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Silver Gelatin, Photographic Paper

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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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Lady Gaga 2009 Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Lady Gaga 2009 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 6...
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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

David Bowie Style Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
David Bowie Style Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Miss Light Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Miss Light 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 c...
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Late 20th Century Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Stoya Smoking Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Stoya Smoking 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 ...
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1990s Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

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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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

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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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

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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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Paris Hilton Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Paris Hilton Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition Silver Gelatin Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity s...
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1990s Markus Klinko Art

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Silver Gelatin

Moonsuit Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Moonsuit 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 cm Printed 2020 Edition sizes are : 20×24 inches edition of 50 + 8 Artist’s proofs 40×30 inches edition of 25 + 6 Artist’s proofs 60×40 inches edition of 12 + 4 Artist’s proofs   FRAMING: Please note that this piece is unframed – however, we offer a full framing service. If you would like this piece framed, please contact us for a quote. international fashion/celebrity director iconic stars of film music fashion photographer nude fire water ice astronaut moon space...
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1990s Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Jennifer Lopez Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Jennifer Lopez Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

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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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

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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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Jason Statham Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Jason Statham 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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21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Lady Gaga Throne 2009 Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Lady Gaga Throne 2009 Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

Materials

C Print

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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

Materials

C Print

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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

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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1990s Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

The Line Up Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
The Line Up Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition Nude model with nude mannequins C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

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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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

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C Print

Markus Klinko - Nicole, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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2010s Markus Klinko Art

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - KO, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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2010s Markus Klinko Art

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Monroe Thane, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

2010s Markus Klinko Art

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Monroe, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

2010s Markus Klinko Art

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Daphne Guinness, Paris Window, Photography 2011, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Markus Klinko Art

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Kaws X Lindsay Lohan, Photography 2010, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Crazy In Love (Color) New York, 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Baby Boy, NY, 2003, Anniversary Edition, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Pharrell Williams, Photography 2002, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Writers Block, Photography 2005, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Lady Gaga, Standing, Photography 2009, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Pamela Anderson, Photography 2006, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Kanye West, Photography 2002, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, D&G #2, Photography 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Dangerously in Love (Back), 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Repentance, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Dancing, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, D&G #1, 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Lorea'l Paris, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Ronnie Wood, The Rolling Stones (Color), 2000, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Mary J. Blige, The Fur, Photography 2005, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Lady Gaga, Hello Kitty, Photography 2009, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Iman, Fire, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Keanu Reeves, #3, Photography 2000, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Daphne Guinness, The Boat, Photography 2011, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Gold, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Daphne Guinness, Church, Photography 2011, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Lady Gaga, The Mask, Photography 2009, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Recline, Photography 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
Category

Early 2000s Markus Klinko Art

Materials

Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Markus Klinko art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue, purple, orange and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Markus Klinko in pigment print, archival pigment print, digital print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Markus Klinko art, so small editions measuring 15 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Drew Doggett, Henry Diltz, and Ian Sanderson.

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