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Martin Parr Photography

British, b. 1952
Martin Parr (b.1952) is a British documentary photographer, photojournalist and photobook collector. Parr is known for his photographic projects that take an intimate, satirical, and anthropological look at aspects of modern life, in particular documenting the social classes of England, and more broadly the wealth of the West. His projects include The Last Resort (1983–1985), The Cost of Living (1987–1989), Small World (1987–1994) and Common Sense (1995–1999). Since 1994, Parr has been a member of Magnum Photos and is the author of 40 photobooks with work in many exhibitions worldwide, including the international touring exhibition "ParrWorld."
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Artist: Martin Parr
American Dream Park, Shanghai, China, 1997
By Martin Parr
Located in New York, NY
American Dream Park, Shanghai, China, 1997 1997/2023 Signed in black ink, verso Archival pigment print 6 x 6 inches, sheet 4.5 x 4.5 inches, image This work is offered by CLAMP i...
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1990s Contemporary Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Jubilee Street Party, Todmorden, West Yorkshire
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Silver gelatin print Printed on 12 x 16 inch paper
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1970s Martin Parr Photography

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Silver Gelatin

De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Silver gelatin print, printed 2015 Printed on 16 x 12 inch paper
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1970s Martin Parr Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Boulderclough Methodist Chapel, Anniversary Tea, Calderdale
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Silver gelatin print Printed on 12 x 16 inch paper
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1970s Martin Parr Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Surrey Bird Club, Surrey
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Silver gelatin print Printed on 12 x 16 inch paper
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1970s Martin Parr Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Mayor Of Todmorden's Inaugural Banquet, Calderdale
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Silver gelatin print, printed 2015 Printed on 12 x 16 inch paper
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1970s Martin Parr Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Ramsgate, Kent
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Archival pigment print Printed on 20 x 24 inch paper Edition of 10
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1990s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Margate, Kent
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Archival pigment print Printed on 20 x 24 inch paper Edition of 10
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1990s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Bowling Bristol, from 'Think of England'
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and numbered on reverse Photographic pigment print 20 x 30 inches, edition of 10 40 x 60 inches, edition of 5
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1990s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Benidorm, Spain, from 'Common Sense'
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Archival pigment print Available in two sizes: 20 x 30 inches 40 x 60 inches Combined edition of 10
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1990s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Weymouth, England, from 'Think of England'
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Archival pigment print 20 x 30 inches, edition of 10 40 x 60 inches, edition of 5
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1980s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Mid Summer Madness Party
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed, inscribed with title and 'Made For Cost of Living', dated and numbered 17/25 on reverse Modern c-type print, printed 2002 16 3/4 x 20 1/4 inches Edition of 25
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1980s Martin Parr Photography

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C Print

Lunch for a couple, Ramsgate, Kent, from 'Home and Abroad'
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Archival pigment print Printed on 20 x 24 inch paper Edition of 25
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1980s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Untitled (New Brighton), from 'The Last Resort'
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed 'Last Resort 1983-85' on reverse Archival pigment print Printed on 20 x 24 inch paper
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1980s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Untitled (New Brighton)
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed 'Last Resort 1983-85' on reverse Archival pigment print Printed on 20 x 24 inch paper
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1980s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Untitled (Girl Serving Ice Cream)
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed 'Last Resort 1983-85' on reverse Archival pigment print Printed on 20 x 24 inch paper
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1980s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Untitled (New Brighton)
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed 'Last Resort 1983-85' on reverse Archival pigment print Printed on 20 x 24 inch paper
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1980s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Untitled (New Brighton), from 'The Last Resort'
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed 'Last Resort 1983-85' on reverse Archival pigment print Printed on 20 x 24 inch paper
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1980s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Untitled (Bus Shelter)
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed 'Last Resort 1983-85' on reverse Archival pigment print Printed on 20 x 24 inch paper
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1980s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Glastonbury Tor, Somerset, from 'Beauty Spots'
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Silver gelatin print Printed on 12 x 16 inch paper
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1970s Martin Parr Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Untitled (Hotdog Stand)
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Signed and inscribed 'Last Resort 1983-85' on reverse Archival pigment print printed on 20 x 24 inch paper
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1980s Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

Untitled (Girl Serving Ice Cream), 1983-1985 - Martin Parr
By Martin Parr
Located in London, GB
Untitled (Girl Serving Ice Cream), 1983-1985 Signed and inscribed with title on reverse Archival pigment print 20 x 24 inches Martin Parr (born 1952) is widely acknowledged for his ...
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Late 20th Century Martin Parr Photography

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Archival Pigment

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Untitled (Boy and Girl Eating Ice Cream)
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Hong Kong
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Strawberry Fields, Beatlemania, Liverpool, England, Chalk Graffiti
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Find a wide variety of authentic Martin Parr photography available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Martin Parr in archival pigment print, pigment print, c print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 1990s and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Martin Parr photography, so small editions measuring 6 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Les & Linda Simpson , Moritz Hormel, and Paul Cooklin. Martin Parr photography prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $563 and tops out at $2,849, while the average work can sell for $929.
Questions About Martin Parr Photography
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
    What made Martin Parr famous was his early work in documentary photography. During the 1970s, series like The Non-Conformists caught the eye of collectors and curators. In 1986, his project The Last Resort, which documented the experiences of vacationers in Brighton, England, became widely known. His profile has further increased through his authoring of around 40 photobooks and exhibitions of his work held worldwide. Find a diverse assortment of Martin Parr photography on 1stDibs.

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