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Michael Ward Collection

Born in 1929, photographer Michael Ward created photo essays in the world of business and politics, as a war correspondent, and behind-the-scenes in theater and fashion. His work is celebrated for its observational quality and is included in the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery. Learn More
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  • The Beatles on the Liverpool Docks, 1963 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    The Beatles are photographed huddled together on the docks at Liverpool on February 20, 1963. Michael Ward took several images of the band that day, including the band performing at The Cavern. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward. Gelatin Silver Print

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  • Stirling Moss at the British Grand Prix, 1958 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    Stirling Moss is photographed in his racecar at the 1958 British Grand Prix in Northamptonshire, England on July 19, 1958. The British Formula One driver was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame and won 212 of the 529 races he entered across several categories of competition. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward. Gelatin Silver Print

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  • Stirling Moss at the Silverstone British Grand Prix, 1958 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    British racing driver Sir Stirling Moss and his wife Katie Moss are photographed beside his Aston Martin DB2 at the Silverstone British Grand Prix on July 19, 1958. Although he did not win that day's race, Moss won a total of 16 Formula One Grands Prix over the course of his storied career. Edition of 25 Signed and numbered on the front by Michael Brennan Gelatin Silver Print

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  • The Beatles at The Cavern Club, 1963 — Limited Edition Estate Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    The Beatles are photographed performing at The Cavern Club in Liverpool in 1963. Once the center of the city's rock and roll scene, the venue regularly played host to The Beatles in the early stages of their career. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward Gelatin Silver Print

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  • The Beatles in Liverpool, 1963 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    Ringo Starr, George Harrison, Paul McCartney and John Lennon of the Beatles are photographed in Liverpool in February of 1963. Michael Ward took several images of the band that day, including the band performing at The Cavern. Edition of 25 Stamped and authenticated on the reverse by a representative of the Michael Ward Archive Gelatin Silver Print

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  • John Lennon and Paul McCartney at The Cavern Club, 1963 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    John Lennon and Paul McCartney are photographed performing at The Cavern Club in Liverpool in 1963. Once the center of the city's rock and roll scene, the venue regularly played host to The Beatles in the early stages of their career. Edition of 25 Stamped and authenticated on the reverse by a representative of the Michael Ward Archive Gelatin Silver Print

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  • HM Queen Elizabeth II at the Horse guards Parade, 1977 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    HM Queen Elizabeth II is photographed riding at the Trooping the Colour, Horse Guards Parade at Buckingham Palace in Westminster on June 11, 1977. The Queen rose to power at the age of 25 following the death of her father and was the longest-reigning monarch ever in Britain. Edition of 25 Stamped and authenticated on the reverse by a representative of the Michael Ward Archive Gelatin Silver Print

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  • Francis Bacon in London, 1985 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    Irish-born British figurative painter Francis Bacon is photographed by the press at his exhibition at Tate Gallery in London on May 21, 1985. This was Bacon's second retrospective at the institution and a rare honor for a living artist. Edition of 25 Stamped and authenticated on the reverse by a representative of the Michael Ward Gelatin Silver Print

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  • Corner shop scene in London — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    A young woman is seen tidying up the entryway of a corner shop on Bentham Rd. in Homerton, London. This East End scene showcases photographer Michael Ward's ability to capture the authenticity of his subjects. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward. Gelatin Silver Print

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  • Women passing English soldiers in riot gear, 1977 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    Two women casually walk past English soldiers in riot gear during protests in Belfast. The capital of Northern Ireland erupted into violence in anticipation of Queen Elizabeth II’s visit to Northern Ireland on August 11, 1977. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward. Gelatin Silver Print

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  • Quentin Crisp in London, 1981 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    Quentin Crisp is photographed in his room in Chelsea, London on April 22, 1981. The English writer, raconteur, and actor became famous for his works about his life and identity as a gay man, with Sting dedicating his 1987 song "Englishman in New York" to Crisp. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward. Gelatin Silver Print

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  • Michael Caine on set of The Billion Dollar Brain, 1967 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    Michael Caine is photographed on the set of Ken Russel's 1967 film The Billion Dollar Brain at Pinewood Studios in London on March 16, 1967. The English actor has appeared in more than 160 films in a career spanning seven decades and is considered a British film icon. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward. Gelatin Silver Print

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  • Stirling Moss in his racecar, 1958 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    Stirling Moss is photographed in his racecar at the 1958 British Grand Prix in Northamptonshire, England on July 19, 1958. The British Formula One driver was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame and won 212 of the 529 races he entered across several categories of competition. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward. Gelatin Silver Print

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  • Julie Christie in the mirror, 1963 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    British actress Julie Christie is photographed posing in the reflection of her vanity at home in Birmingham, England, 1963. An icon of the Swinging Sixties, Christie is the recipient of numerous accolades including an Oscar, a Golden Globe, a BAFTA Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward. Gelatin Silver Print

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  • The Rolling Stones in the countryside, 1964 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    The Rolling Stones members Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, Charlie Watts are photographed in the countryside in 1964. Active for six decades, the group pioneered the gritty, heavier-driven sound of the 1960s and has since been one of the most popular and enduring bands of the rock era. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward. Gelatin Silver Print

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  • Pattie Boyd in Chelsea, 1964 — Limited Edition Print

    Michael Ward
    $247,400.00 - $933,300.00

    English model Pattie Boyd is photographed sitting on a park bench on Royal Avenue in London's Chelsea neighborhood in 1964. Widely considered one of the greatest muses of all time, Boyd, who was married first to George Harrison and later to Eric Clapton, inspired the hits “Something” by the Beatles, and “Layla” and “Wonderful Tonight” by Clapton. Edition of 25 Estate stamped and numbered on reverse, with certificate of authenticity signed by Elizabeth Seal Ward. Gelatin Silver Print

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