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Michael Joseph Photography

South African, b. 1941
Michael Joseph is a photographer best known for his work on the Rolling Stones’ classic album “Beggar’s Banquet.” A fine art quality embodies Michael Joseph’s collection of Beggars Banquet photographs, as illustrated by the bright victorian-inspired styling of their group shots. The session took place at Sarum Chase, the former home of Victorian society painter Frank Owen Salisbury. Though Joseph’s photographs are now considered “among the best ever” taken of The Stones, a dispute between the band and their record label saw a plain R.S.V.P. invitation card used for the cover, which was later replaced by the infamous photograph of a graffiti-covered toilet. Michael Joseph was born in Kimberly – the Capital of South Africa’s Northern Cape Province – in 1941. His father was heavily involved in Anti-Apartheid activities, especially fundraising, and all of this gave Michael Joseph early exposure to politicians and social reportage from South Africa. Then, while at London College of Prints and Graphic Arts, Michael Joseph was sent to Vietnam to photograph the war. The images that came about as a result of this trip lead to 33 years of varied advertising assignments – with such companies as Benson and Hedges, Christies, Nivea, Pirelli, Malaysian Airlines, Schweppes and White Horse. He also worked in the fashion industry for Hart, Schaffner and Marks in Chicago. Based on Joseph’s extensive advertising portfolio, he was chosen by the Stones for the “Beggar’s Banquet” shoot. In 1995 the travel writer David Saunders approached Michael Joseph to do a course book on photography. 600 of his images appeared in this publication. This was immediately followed by an illustrated version of “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” which donned the cover of the book by Douglas Adams.
 Currently, Michael Joseph has returned to the world of photography after a three-year hiatus. His hobbies are art, creative gardening, tennis, photography and photographic printing. His wine farm in Entre Deux-mer also keeps him fairly occupied. 
Michael Joseph contributed to the Decca Years Show with 8 outakes of his Beggar’s Banquet sessions.
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Artist: Michael Joseph
The Rolling Stones "Smokey Stones On Grass" London 1968

The Rolling Stones "Smokey Stones On Grass" London 1968

By Michael Joseph

Located in Austin, TX

“Swarkestone Contact Sheet” by Michael Joesph from the famous photo shoot of The Rolling Stones for their Beggars Banquet album at Sarum Chase mansion, Hampstead, London, 1968. Featu...

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1960s Photorealist Michael Joseph Photography

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C Print

The Rolling Stones "Stones Playing Cricket" London 1968

The Rolling Stones "Stones Playing Cricket" London 1968

By Michael Joseph

Located in Austin, TX

“From the famous photo shoot of The Rolling Stones for their Beggars Banquet album at Sarum Chase mansion, Hampstead, London, 1968. Featuring Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones...

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1960s Photorealist Michael Joseph Photography

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C Print

The Rolling Stones "The Banquet"
The Rolling Stones "The Banquet"

The Rolling Stones "The Banquet"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Mount Pleasant, SC

Taken during the famous Rolling Stones "Beggars Banquet" album cover shoot in 1968. Signed by the photographer. Limited Edition of 15.

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1960s Contemporary Michael Joseph Photography

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Archival Pigment

Beggars Banquet "Dogs into Camera"

Beggars Banquet "Dogs into Camera"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Mount Pleasant, SC

Rolling Stones, "Dogs into Camera" from Beggars Banquet photo shoot, England 1968. Limited Edition photograph. Edition of 30. Signed by photographer o...

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1960s Contemporary Michael Joseph Photography

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Archival Pigment

The Rolling Stones "Dogs Into Camera"

The Rolling Stones "Dogs Into Camera"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Austin, TX

The Rolling Stones "Dogs Into Camera" - Outtake from the famous photo shoot of The Rolling Stones for their Beggars Banquet album at Sarum Chase mansion, H...

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1960s Photorealist Michael Joseph Photography

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C Print

The Rolling Stones "Mick Feeding Goat"

The Rolling Stones "Mick Feeding Goat"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Austin, TX

The Rolling Stones "Mick Feeding Goat" - Outtake from the famous photo shoot of The Rolling Stones for their Beggars Banquet album at Sarum Chase mansion, ...

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1960s Photorealist Michael Joseph Photography

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C Print

The Rolling Stones "End Of The Banquet" London 1968

The Rolling Stones "End Of The Banquet" London 1968

By Michael Joseph

Located in Austin, TX

Outtake from the famous photo shoot of The Rolling Stones for their Beggars Banquet album at Sarum Chase mansion, Hampstead, London, 1968, signed limited edition by Michael Joseph. F...

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1960s Photorealist Michael Joseph Photography

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C Print

The Rolling Stones "Stones Into Camera" London 1968

The Rolling Stones "Stones Into Camera" London 1968

By Michael Joseph

Located in Austin, TX

“Stones Into Camera” by Michael Joesph from the famous photo shoot of The Rolling Stones for their Beggars Banquet album at Sarum Chase mansion, Hampstead, London, 1968. Featuring Mi...

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1960s Photorealist Michael Joseph Photography

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C Print

The Rolling Stones "Keith and Pug"

The Rolling Stones "Keith and Pug"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Austin, TX

The Rolling Stones "Keith and Pug" - Outtake from the famous photo shoot of The Rolling Stones for their Beggars Banquet album at Sarum Chase mansion, Hamp...

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Late 20th Century Photorealist Michael Joseph Photography

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C Print

The Rolling Stones "Swarkestone Contact Sheet" Beggars Banquet

The Rolling Stones "Swarkestone Contact Sheet" Beggars Banquet

By Michael Joseph

Located in Austin, TX

“Swarkestone Contact Sheet” by Michael Joesph from the famous photo shoot of The Rolling Stones for their Beggars Banquet album at Sarum Chase mansion, Hampstead, London, 1968. Featu...

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1960s Photorealist Michael Joseph Photography

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C Print

Beggars Banquet "Keith Orange"

Beggars Banquet "Keith Orange"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Mount Pleasant, SC

Rolling Stones, Keith with Orange from Beggar's Banquet photo shoot, England 1968. Limited Edition photograph. Edition of 30. Signed by photographer on bottom right.

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1960s Contemporary Michael Joseph Photography

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Archival Pigment

Beggars Banquet "Keith Orange"

Beggars Banquet "Keith Orange"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Mount Pleasant, SC

Rolling Stones, Keith with Orange from Beggar's Banquet, England 1968 Limited Edition of 15. Signed by the artist.

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1960s Contemporary Michael Joseph Photography

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Archival Pigment

Beggars Banquet "The End of the Banquet"

Beggars Banquet "The End of the Banquet"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Mount Pleasant, SC

Rolling Stones, The End of the Banquet. Beggar's Banquet, England 1968 Signed Limited Edition photograph Edition of 30

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1960s Contemporary Michael Joseph Photography

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Beggars Banquet "Dogs into Camera"

Beggars Banquet "Dogs into Camera"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Mount Pleasant, SC

Rolling Stones, "Dogs into Camera" from Beggars Banquet photo shoot, England 1968. Limited Edition photograph. Edition of 30. Signed by photographer on bottom right. Available in ...

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1960s Contemporary Michael Joseph Photography

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Archival Pigment

Beggars Banquet "The End of the Banquet"

Beggars Banquet "The End of the Banquet"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Mount Pleasant, SC

Rolling Stones, The End of the Banquet. Beggar's Banquet, England 1968 Signed Limited Edition photograph. Edition of 30

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1960s Contemporary Michael Joseph Photography

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Archival Pigment

Beggars Banquet "Dogs into Camera"

Beggars Banquet "Dogs into Camera"

By Michael Joseph

Located in Mount Pleasant, SC

Rolling Stones, "Dogs into Camera" from Beggars Banquet photo shoot, England 1968. Limited Edition photograph. Edition of 20. Signed by photographer o...

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1960s Contemporary Michael Joseph Photography

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Archival Pigment

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Find a wide variety of authentic Michael Joseph photography available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Michael Joseph in c print, pigment print, archival pigment print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the Photorealist style. Not every interior allows for large Michael Joseph photography, so small editions measuring 16 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Masayoshi Sukita, Ed Caraeff, and Kevin Cummins. Michael Joseph photography prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,000 and tops out at $25,000, while the average work can sell for $4,000.