Rainer Martini

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...

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...

Manhattan's historic Orchard street in the lower east side photographed circa late 1940s Vintage original gelatin silver print, printed circa late-1950s Dimensions: 16 x 20 inche...

"Unknown Pose by Black eagle" is nr. 2/10. Size: 40 x 40 cm (15.7 x 15.7 in). Size framed (optional): 48 x 48 cm (19 x 19 in). Medium: Giclée F...

Ulrich Schmitt, born in 1959, studied at the Akademie der Bildenden Künste in Munich (Academy of Fine Arts Munich) where he was a master student of Pro...

“Smoking in Venice” 2003 by Stephen Elledge is a limited edition (10 total) direct print on aluminum backing.

Biker in a mirror black and white photograph Gravure print by Burk Uzzle 1980 Gravure print (1984, France). Burk Uzzle is an American photojournalist, previously member of Mag...

A great fashion period photo. Framed and matted.

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...

Pascal and Vastian's framed photograph captures a serene moment in nature—an exquisite ballet of grace and tranquility. The delicate composition features a group of swans gliding gra...

Ulrich Schmitt, born in 1959, studied at the Akademie der Bildenden Künste in Munich (Academy of Fine Arts Munich) where he was a master student of Prof...

About Ulrich Schmitt, born in 1959, studied at the Akademie der Bildenden Künste in Munich (Academy of Fine Arts Munich) where he was a master student o...