Rainer Martini Photography

The definitive photographic history of how hip-hop blinged out and redefined the world of jewelry, luxury, and style. Signed black-and-white pigment print on Canson Platine paper, 16 x 20 in.; hardcover volume in a slipcase, 9.8 x 13.4 in., 6.29 lb., 388 pages. Whether it’s diamond-encrusted grills, oversized “truck” style chains, bust-down Rolex and Patek Philippe watches, or a Tiffany necklace, jewelry is a cornerstone of hip-hop culture. Glittering, blinged-out jewels are the shining statement of a collective identity: unapologetic, charismatic, and street savvy. Spanning the history of hip-hop jewelry, from the 1980s to today, Ice Cold: A Hip-Hop Jewelry History is a stunning compilation of storytelling and visuals. Hundreds of extraordinary images of every major hip-hop artist on record celebrate how “ice” has become a proclamation of identity and self-expression. Starting with Run-DMC’s gold Adidas pendants and Eric B. & Rakim’s ostentatious dookie rope chains and Mercedes medallions, the jewelry then transforms from street style into a booming design culture. The hip-hop tradition of “show up and show out” reaches new heights with artists like Pharrell Williams, Jay-Z, Gucci Mane, and Cardi B...

Possibility of laminated on dibond, with metal structure, on request. Depth 3 cm for lamination otherwise photograph sent in roll - Printing in seven copies. Cedric Roulliat...

Here we present a large photo, limited to original Photography by Helmut Newton (1920-2004) that was printed in 2002.

Striking black and white photographic print of a nude figure, elegantly framed. The composition highlights the interplay of light and shadow, celebrating the human form with a timele...

Impressive Hand-Tinted Albumen Mammoth Plate Print of Basilica San Marco in Venice, circa 1880. Attributed to Paolo Salviati (1818-1894). Possibly the largest photographic image ...

The two photographs are hand-colored images of Piazza San Marco in Venice, Italy, showcasing iconic Venetian architecture: First Image: - Subject: The broader view of Piazza San Mar...

Photography by Lucien Clergue representing Serge Lifar (Diaghilev successor as a director of the famous Russian Ballet and director of the Paris Opera Hous...

20th c., black and white photographic prints, matted and framed under glass. A pair of polo action shots that capture the intensity of play and the agility of player and polo pony al...

Bruce Weber Black And White Photographic Print Framed, circa 1980 From the Broken Noses Signed on the back, signature has not been able to be certified. In original condition, wit...

Here we present a large photo, limited to original Photography by Helmut Newton (1920-2004) that was printed in 2002.

Isabella Rossellini raises the most interesting assortment of Heritage Chickens on her farm on Long Island NY and is called. The farm. The above image is one of the many images you ...

Step back in time with Brassai's captivating lens as he beautifully frames a dinner table in 1935 Paris. This black and white gelatin silver bromide photograph, stamped by the master...