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Period: 1950s
Set of 15 François Gilot Framed Lithographies, 1951
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Presenting a remarkable set of fifteen original lithographs by renowned French painter François Gilot, sourced from the poetry book "Pages d'Amour" written by André Verdet and publis...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Dial M for Murder
Located in London, GB
Original American film poster for the Alfred Hitchcock's classic 1954 thriller Dial M for Murder. This film starred Ray Milland, Grace Kelly and Rober Cummings. This piece is conserv...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Vintage 1950s Male Original Nude Photo of Brothers Playing Records
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare original b & w photograph of 2 brothers listening to records on the floor nude. Many decades ago we saw a second image from this series and it was listed as the models were brothers. Listening to Les Baxter and Dinah Washington albums! Mid 1950s. I believe the photo to be an “Athletic Model Guild” photo, a competitor of the equally famous, Bruce Bellas aka Bruce of Los Angeles. The 8x10 photograph has a 11x14 white acid free matt. Ready for framing. If you would like this framed for a gift, we can frame it in a simple black frame for $100. Without a frame, it is easy to be shipped UPS. Makes a great gift for collectors of Male Nude and Beefcake Physique photography. These high quality originals are very difficult to come by. They are NOT computer generated...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Sabrina
Located in London, GB
Original photographic production still for Sabrina 1954. This production still was created for the re-release of the film in 1962. This film starred Audre...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Vertigo
Located in London, GB
Original American photographic production still from the film Vertigo, 1958. Starring James Stewart, Kim Novak and directed by Alfred Hitchcock. This piece is framed in a Sapele wood...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Original Photo of Furniture / Dining Chairs by Herman Miller, 1953
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1951 - Museum of decorative Arts in Czech republic - suitable for framing - photographed by Illek and Paul jr.
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Bruce of L.A. Original Vintage 50s Male Nude Signed Black & White Photograph
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Another original 8 x 10 black-and-white photograph by world, renowned photographer, Bruce Bellas AKA Bruce of L.A. we have sold many on 1st Dibs from our personal collection of 40+ y...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Douglas of Detroit Rare B & W Original 1950s Male Model Nude Photograph
By Bruce Bellas, David Martin
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A very rare original male nude by legendary photographer Douglas of Detroit. As most of his photos and negatives were destroyed by the police in Detroit, it is very hard to find orig...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Original Photo of Furniture, Interior by Finn Juhl / Denmark, 1956
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1951 - Museum of decorative Arts in Czech republic - Suitable for framing. jr
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Czech Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Bruce of L.A. (Bruce Bellas) Original 50s Male Nude Photograph Handsome Model
Located in Palm Springs, CA
From an important 25 plus year collection of Male Physique and Beefcake photography, image # 7 of handsome male model Bill Gregory. Printed in the 1960s and are all signed by the studio on verso when Mr. Bruce Bellas aka Bruce of LA was alive. Beautifully, professionally framed. Double white mat and simple black frame. All original photos are 8 x 10. Framed 16.50" W x 19" H. Please see other listings for more photographs from this collection available for sale for the 1st time. These listing photographs are very hard to shoot under glass. They are sharp, clear photographs printed the old fashioned way, by hand in the late 50s and early 60s. BIO: Bruce Harry Bellas (July 7, 1909 – July 1974) was an American photographer. He was influential in his work with male physiques and nudes. Bellas was well known under the pseudonym Bruce of Los Angeles. History and influence Bruce Harry Bellas was born in Alliance, Nebraska on July 7, 1909. He worked as a chemistry teacher there until 1947, when he began photographing bodybuilders in Los Angeles, California, beginning with taking pictures of bodybuilding competitions. In 1956, Bellas launched his own magazine, The Male Figure. Among physique photographers, Bellas' work was noted for having a distinctly campy, tongue-in-cheek sensibility. Bellas also produced a number of early homoerotic 8 mm films with titles such as Cowboy Washup and Big Gun for Hire. Bellas was known to travel around the country, finding new models to photograph and also personally delivering nude photographs to customers, since they were liable to be seized by postal inspectors if sent through the mail. An extensive archive of Bellas' nude male physique...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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High Society
Located in London, GB
Original colour photographic production still for the 1956 classic comedy, musical starring Bing Crosby, Grace Kelly, Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong. The film was remake of the 19...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Framed Vintage Life-Size Marilyn Monroe Pin-Up Poster
Located in Chicago, IL
A super fun vintage framed life-size pin-up poster of a young Marilyn Monroe in a red and white striped bikini and showing her Classic shining smile.
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Marilyn Monroe 1954 Calendar
Located in PARIS, FR
Marilyn Monroe Calendar 1954 Two calendar pages from 1954 with day planners of Marilyn Monroe in nude posing and then dressed in fine lingerie using a special device. One bears the ...
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American Other Vintage 1950s Photography

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Isamu Noguchi Archive Photography of Sculpture, circa 1955
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Archive Photography of Isamu Noguchi sculpture. Printed, circa 1970. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. The photogra...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Roman Holiday
Located in London, GB
Original US film poster for the 1953 classic romantic comedy directed and produced by William Wyler, and stars Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck. Hepburn won an Academy Award for Best ...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Early Bruce of Los Angeles Male Model Physique Orig B&W Photograph
Located in Palm Springs, CA
It is becoming very rare to find a desirable original Bruce of Los Angeles vintage photograph. Especially with the iconic black and white checkerboard ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Bruce of Los Angeles Rare Male Duo Studio Stamped Orig B&W 1950s Photograph
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Another original RARE studio stamped 8 x 10 black-and-white photograph by world, renowned photographer, Bruce Bellas AKA Bruce of L.A. we have sold many on 1st Dibs from our personal...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Murray Garrett Signed Marilyn Monroe in Hollywood Silver Gelatin Photograph 1953
By Murray Garrett
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and quite stunning black and white silver gelatin fibre photographic print by renowned American photographer Murray Garrett who was known for his candid portraitures/shot...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Wood, Paper

Gilda
Located in London, GB
Original 1966 American photographic production still used to promote this 1946 Film Noir starring Rita Hayworth and Glenn Ford. This film was directed by Charles Vidor. This beautif...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Gilda
Gilda
$439
Framed Street Photograph by Vivian Maier Editioned with Provenance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A framed black and white street photograph by Vivian Maier (American, 1926-2009), entitled "New York, NY, December 2, 1954", this is a gelatin silver prin...
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American Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Wood, Paper

Original Photo of Artek Pascoe armchair / Sweden- 1950
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1950 - Museum of decorative Arts in Czech republic - suitable for framing - photographed by Illek and Paul jr
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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1950 Vintage Pictures Depicting Three Ships Launching Riva Trigoso Shipyards
Located in Milan, IT
Rectangular frame with original pictures depicting three ships launching in Riva Trigoso shipyard: Reggio ferry of Ferrovie dello Stato (8th March 1960)...
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Italian Vintage 1950s Photography

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High Society
Located in London, GB
Original US photographic production still for the 1956 Classic comedy, musical starring Bing Crosby, Grace Kelly, Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong The film was remake of the 1940 The P...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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The Prince and the Showgirl
Located in London, GB
Original US mini lobby card for Laurence Olivier’s 1957 romantic comedy starring himself and Marilyn Monroe. This piece is framed in a Sapele wood frame with acid free card mounts an...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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'Marilyn on the Stairs' 1956 yellow plate photograph by Milton H. Greene
By Milton H. Greene
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Atypical photo of Marilyn Monroe on dusty stairs in a shabby porch. Devoid of any form of glamor the natural beauty of the moviestar remains proudly intact. Dressed in a black lace t...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Bruce of LA Original 1950s Male Physique Photo Model Barry Adkins
Located in Palm Springs, CA
From a important 25 plus years collection of Male Physique and Beefcake Photography, Image # 8 of male model Barry Adkins. Printed in the 1960s and are all signed by the studio when Mr. Bruce Bellas aka Bruce of LA was alive. Beautifully, professionally framed. Double white mat and simple black frame. All orig photos are 8 x 10. Framed: 16.50" W x 19" H. Other images from this L.A gallery show on separate listings... please check often while we list more every week. These photographs are very hard to shoot under glass. They are sharp, clear photographs printed the old fashioned way, by hand in the late 50s and early 60s. BIO: Bruce Harry Bellas (July 7, 1909 – July 1974) was an American photographer. He was influential in his work with male physiques and nudes. Bellas was well known under the pseudonym Bruce of Los Angeles. History and influence: Bruce Harry Bellas was born in Alliance, Nebraska on July 7, 1909. He worked as a chemistry teacher there until 1947, when he began photographing bodybuilders in Los Angeles, California, beginning with taking pictures of bodybuilding competitions. In 1956, Bellas launched his own magazine, The Male Figure. Among physique photographers, Bellas' work was noted for having a distinctly campy, tongue-in-cheek sensibility. Bellas also produced a number of early homoerotic 8 mm films with titles such as Cowboy Washup and Big Gun for Hire. Bellas was known to travel around the country, finding new models to photograph and also personally delivering nude photographs to customers, since they were liable to be seized by postal inspectors if sent through the mail. An extensive archive of Bellas' nude male physique...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Other

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Located in London, GB
Original British film poster for the for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs 1937. This poster was designed to be used for the films re-release in 1951. This was Walt Disney's first fea...
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British Vintage 1950s Photography

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Françoise Gilot Lithograph 'Portrait of a Woman', 1951
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Françoise Gilot original lithograph 'Portrait of a Woman'. From the poetry book "Pages d'Amour" by André VERDET, editions Raison d'être, 1951, printe...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Paper

Sabrina
Located in London, GB
Original photographic production still for Sabrina 1954. This film starred Audrey Hepburn, William Holden and Humphrey Bogart and was directed by Billy Wi...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Bruce of L.A. (Bruce Bellas) Original 50s Male Nude Photograph Masculine Model
Located in Palm Springs, CA
From an important 25 plus year collection of Male Physique and Beefcake photography, iconic image of masculine male model holding metal chain.. Printed in the 1960s and are all signed by the studio on verso when Mr. Bruce Bellas aka Bruce of LA was alive. Beautifully, professionally framed. Double white mat and simple black frame. All original photos are 8 x 10. Framed 16.50" W x 19" H. Please see other listings for more photographs from this collection available for sale for the 1st time. These listing photographs are very hard to shoot under glass. They are sharp, clear photographs printed the old fashioned way, by hand in the late 50s and early 60s. BIO: Bruce Harry Bellas (July 7, 1909 – July 1974) was an American photographer. He was influential in his work with male physiques and nudes. Bellas was well known under the pseudonym Bruce of Los Angeles. History and influence Bruce Harry Bellas was born in Alliance, Nebraska on July 7, 1909. He worked as a chemistry teacher there until 1947, when he began photographing bodybuilders in Los Angeles, California, beginning with taking pictures of bodybuilding competitions. In 1956, Bellas launched his own magazine, The Male Figure. Among physique photographers, Bellas' work was noted for having a distinctly campy, tongue-in-cheek sensibility. Bellas also produced a number of early homoerotic 8 mm films with titles such as Cowboy Washup and Big Gun for Hire. Bellas was known to travel around the country, finding new models to photograph and also personally delivering nude photographs to customers, since they were liable to be seized by postal inspectors if sent through the mail. An extensive archive of Bellas' nude male physique...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Other

Françoise Gilot Lithograph 'The Love Letter', 1951
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Françoise Gilot original lithograph 'The Love Letter'. From the poetry book "Pages d'Amour" by André VERDET, editions Raison d'être, 1951, printed by...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Archive Photography of Henry Matisse Painting, 1959
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Black and White Photography of Henry Matisse, 1959. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina....
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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1950 Vintage Pictures Depicting Three Ships Launching Riva Trigoso Shipyards
Located in Milan, IT
Rectangular frame with three pictures depicting three ships launching in Riva Trigoso shipyards. Montello launched on October 14, 1961; Athinai launched...
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Italian Vintage 1950s Photography

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1950 Vintage Pictures Depicting Three Ships Launching Riva Trigoso Shipyards
Located in Milan, IT
Rectangular frame with original pictures depicting three ships launching in Riva Trigoso shipyard: Monfiore transatlantic launched on August 25, 1959; M...
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Italian Vintage 1950s Photography

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Early B & W Original Bruce of LA Male Nude Photograph Rare Studio Stamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare early B & W orig photograph from Bruce Bellas. This tasteful nude is a horizontal image of a handsome blond male model. The verso has the early stamp with PO Box in Los Angele...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Funny Face
Located in London, GB
Original US colour production still for Stanley Donen's 1957 comedy, musical starring Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire. The piece is conservation framed with UV plexiglass in a Tulip ...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Cindy Sherman - Untitled #205, 1989CINDY SHERMAN (B. 1954) Untitled #205, 1989 P
Located in Dallas, TX
CINDY SHERMAN (B. 1954) Untitled #205, 1989 Photo Litho, 2008 6.5 x 10
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Vintage 1950s Photography

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Vertigo
Located in London, GB
Original American photographic production still from the film Vertigo, 1958. Starring James Stewart, Kim Novak and directed by Alfred Hitchcock. This piece is framed in a Sapele wood...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Platinium Blond Pin-Up Mamie Van Doren
Located in London, GB
Original 1950s US vintage black and white photograph of platinium blond Pin-Up Mamie Van Doren.
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

Vintage 1950s Original Male Physique Photograph by Bruce of Los Angeles
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An original iconic male physique photograph by legendary photographer Bruce Bellas aka Bruce of Los Angeles. Our collection (soon to be available on separate listings are all original (not copied from negative). This iconic image with a beach ball was one of the props that became synonymous with a Bruce Bellas photograph. Printed in the 1950s, the stamped images were printed when he was alive. They are the rare, sought after photographs prized by collectors of the genre. 8x 10 photograph, white matt, beautifully framed in classic black. Bio: An icon of gay art and one of the most famous names in physique photography, Bruce Bellas is remembered today as a pioneer of beefcake. Beginning in the 1940s and continuing until his death in 1974, Bellas photographed some of the most important figures in the world of physical culture; bodybuilders Steve Reeves, Bob McCune, and George Eiferman, and models Joe Dallesandro, Mark Nixon, and Brian Idol...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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The Seven Year Itch
Located in London, GB
Original 1955 US 20th century Fox photographic production still used to promote the romance, comedy film The Seven Year Itch. Directed by Billy Wilder and starring Marilyn Monroe, To...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Vintage Bruce of Los Angeles Matched Set Original B & W Male Photograph Set
Located in Palm Springs, CA
It is very rare to find a desirable iconic two piece set of original Bruce of Los Angeles vintage photographs. Especially with the iconic early work of...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Framed Editioned Dali Photograph by Philippe Halsman
Located in Atlanta, GA
Artist: Philippe Halsman (1906-1979) Medium: Gelatin silver print Title: Dalí with Rhinoceros Date: 1956; Printed in 1981 as part of the ten-piece Dali Portfolio...
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American Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Wood, Paper

Collection of Three Framed American Solider Photographs
Located in Chicago, IL
A heartwarming collection of three framed photographs depicting pairs of American soldiers, some in uniform and some flexing their muscles, but all charmi...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Framed Editioned Dali Photograph by Philippe Halsman
Located in Atlanta, GA
Artist: Philippe Halsman (1906-1979) Medium: Gelatin silver print Title: Dali Fishing Date: 1954; Printed in 1981 as part of the ten-piece Dali Portfolio...
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American Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Wood, Paper

Framed Street Photograph by Vivian Maier Editioned with Provenance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A framed black and white street photograph by Vivian Maier (American, 1926-2009), entitled "New York, NY, September 3, 1954", this is a gelatin silver pri...
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American Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Wood, Paper

Original Photo of furniture/interior by Charles Eames, USA - 1950
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1950 - Museum of decorative Arts in Czech republic - suitable for framing - photographed by Illek and Paul jr
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Paper

Dali Photograph by Philippe Halsman
Located in Atlanta, GA
Artist: Philippe Halsman (1906-1979) Medium: Gelatin Silver Print Title: Dali Clockface Date: 1953; Printed in 1981 as part of the ten-piece Dali Portfolio...
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American Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Wood, Paper

Miracle in Soho
Located in London, GB
Original British film poster for the 1957 drama film Miracle in Soho. This film was directed by Julian Amyes and starred John Gregson, Belinda Lee and Cyril Cusack. This poster is co...
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British Vintage 1950s Photography

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Three Perspectives of ‘Zest’ by Beken of Cowes
By Beken of Cowes
Located in London, GB
Three charming perspectives of sail boat Zest, each signed Beken and Sons of Cowes, sepia toned gelatin silverprints, float mounted in box frames. English, 1950s H28 cm x W 23 cms ...
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English Sporting Art Vintage 1950s Photography

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Ash

Marilyn Monroe Photograph by Philippe Halsman
Located in Atlanta, GA
Artist: Philippe Halsman (1906-1979) Title: Marilyn Flirting Medium: gelatin silver prints Date: 1952 printed in 1981 Edition: 178/250 Size: image 12.5" x 8.75"; with frame 20.25" x...
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American Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Wood, Paper

Original Photo of Furniture by Karl Erik Ekselius / Sweden, 1952
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1952 - Maker: Carlssons Mobelindustri - Museum of decorative Arts in Czech republic - Suitable for framing - Photographed by Illek and Paul. jr
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Czech Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Arthur Siegel Cement Mixer 1953, Abstract Dye Transfer Print, Signed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning lifetime signed dye transfer print by Arthur Siegel. Although color photography was available to the public in the late 1930s, most respected "p...
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American Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Rare Complete Marilyn Monroe Portfolio by Philippe Halsman
Located in Atlanta, GA
A complete black and white photography portfolio consisting of ten iconic silver gelatin prints of Marilyn Monroe by photographer Philippe Halsman (1906-1979), rarely available as a set of all original and great condition. Taken between 1952 and 1959 and published by the Neikrug Press 1981 posthumously, the photos were printed by Stephen Gersh under the supervision of Yvonne Halsman and released in a limited edition of 250. Most portfolios are believed to have been broken up into individual pieces. The set on offer, signed by Yvonne Halsman with an annotation of 194/250 in ink (on the colophon), features all ten photographs each with Halsman Marilyn...
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American Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Paper, Linen

British Royalty Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mother Period Framed Photographs
By Cecil Beaton
Located in New York, NY
A unique pair of original 1950s press proof fine photographic paper prints that were modern framed in 1980s The Queen wearing the Diadem, Queen Victoria's Jubilee Necklace on her way to her first State Opening of Parliament 4 November 1952. This is perhaps one of the most famous illustrations of a young smiling soon to be crowned Queen. Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother...
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British Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Françoise Gilot Lithograph 'Untilted Face', 1951
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Françoise Gilot original lithograph 'Untilted Face'. From the poetry book "Pages d'Amour" by André Verdet, editions Raison d'être, 1951, printed by M...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Lucien Clergue - Nude of the sea
Located in PAU, FR
Lucien Clergue Nu de la mer, 1958 Numbered out of 20. Signed and numbered on the back. Clergue workshop stamp. Dimensions 59.5 x 49.4 cm Framing Frame with museum glass Dimensi...
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French Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Original Photo of furniture by Helmuth Magga - Deutsche werkstätten / 1957
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1951 - Museum of decorative Arts in Czech republic - suitable for framing jr
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Original Photo of interior/furniture - Switzerland / Zurich - 195O
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1951 - Museum of decorative Arts in Czech republic - photographed by Illek and Paul - suitable for framing jr
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Czech Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Photography

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Grace Kelly
Located in London, GB
Original studio photograph of Grace Kelly from the 1950s This piece is framed in a Sapele wood frame with acid free card mounts and UV plexiglass. The size given is before framing...
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American Vintage 1950s Photography

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Paper

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