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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

Martin ParrAmerican Dream Park, Shanghai, China, 1997, 1997/2023

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American Dream Park, Shanghai, China, 1997

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Martin Parr photography for sale on 1stDibs.

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.

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    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.