Skip to main content

Framed Print > Photographers > George Marks Photography

George Marks Photography Framed Print Collection

Captivating black and white images that have a story to tell.

Choose a picture from our collection for your Wall Art and Photo Gifts

George Marks, an enigmatic pseudonym adopted by a remarkably prolific stock photographer who immersed himself in capturing the essence of daily life, with a focus on relationships, lifestyle, and ordinary yet meaningful moments. The majority of his term took place in the middle of the 20th century, a time marked by changing standards and cultural transformations.  His camera did more than just snap pictures; they told stories, painstakingly capturing moments that spoke to the shared experiences of that time.
Marks ventured into the domains of advertising, periodicals, and commercial endeavours, and his photos were well-received across a wide range of media because to their realistic and relatable portrayals of actual people. Every frame conveyed more than simply an example; it whispered tales of real feelings, making them invaluable in the world of marketing.
 

3,587 Framed Prints

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: General Grant National Memorial, Riverside Park, New York City, USA, (B&W)

General Grant National Memorial, Riverside Park, New York City, USA, (B&W)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Banjo, (B&W)

Banjo, (B&W)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Young woman sleeping in bed (B&W)

Young woman sleeping in bed (B&W)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Busy street at Plaza Hotel, New York City, (B&W), (Elevated view)

Busy street at Plaza Hotel, New York City, (B&W), (Elevated view)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Line at movie theatre, NYC (vintage)

Line at movie theatre, NYC (vintage)
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Line at movie theatre, NYC (vintage)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Naked woman showering, rear view

Naked woman showering, rear view

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: George Carlin Arrested

George Carlin Arrested
Comedian George Carlin was arrested on a disorderly conduct and profanity charge for seven works he used in his act in Milwaukee's Summerfest 72

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Young woman in underwear and stockings posing indoors, (B&W)

Young woman in underwear and stockings posing indoors, (B&W)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Female soldier standing on table and saluting

Female soldier standing on table and saluting

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Woman swan diving

Woman swan diving
A woman mid-air after jumping off a diving board in a pool, US, circa 1950s. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Ocean liner with tug boats in NY harbor

Ocean liner with tug boats in NY harbor
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Ocean liner with tug boats in NY harbor. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Old fashioned cash register, (B&W)

Old fashioned cash register, (B&W)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Young woman in underwear standing by mirror, (B&W)

Young woman in underwear standing by mirror, (B&W)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Little boy giving little girl ride on tricycle

Little boy giving little girl ride on tricycle
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Little boy giving little girl ride on tricycle

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Smiling housewife doing laundry

Smiling housewife doing laundry
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Smiling housewife doing laundry

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Couple water skiing

Couple water skiing
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Couple water skiing

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Woman applying lip-stick in front of mirror

Woman applying lip-stick in front of mirror
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Woman applying lip-stick in front of mirror

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Two manual workers on ladders painting house exterior, (B&W)

Two manual workers on ladders painting house exterior, (B&W)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Woman standing in surf at beach

Woman standing in surf at beach
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Woman standing in surf at beach

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Blooming tree, (B&W), low angle view

Blooming tree, (B&W), low angle view

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Studio shot of euphonium

Studio shot of euphonium

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Man driving car and woman waving

Man driving car and woman waving
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Man driving car and woman waving

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Grocer

Grocer
A shopkeeper with a tin of food, circa 1940. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: The Right Tool For The Job

The Right Tool For The Job
A dentist holding a paper cup and a pair of dental pliers, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Party Time

Party Time
Young people at a party with balloons and Coca-Cola, circa 1963. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Girls Night Out

Girls Night Out
Four young women at a party with balloons and Coca-Cola, circa 1963. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: A burly man holding a posy of flowers, circa 1955

A burly man holding a posy of flowers, circa 1955

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Party Time

Party Time
Young people at a party with balloons, circa 1963. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Going To School

Going To School
A boy carrying a book strap on his way to school. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Party Time

Party Time
Four young people at a party with balloons and a paper clown, circa 1963. Among the balloons is a Peter Rabbit one. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Skipping Rope

Skipping Rope
A girl with a skipping rope in the park, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Running Boy

Running Boy
A boy running down a path on a suburban street. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Still In Business

Still In Business
An older man in a suit and tie, pondering a problem with a pair of spectacles, circa 1960. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Pay Packet

Pay Packet
A workman, perhaps a decorator, receives his wages in cash form, USA, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Man holding shot of alcohol

Man holding shot of alcohol
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Man holding shot of alcohol

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Party Time

Party Time
Four young people at a party with balloons, circa 1963. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Sailor Suit

Sailor Suit
A little boy in a sailor suit with an anchor motif, circa 1939. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Going To School

Going To School
A boy carrying a book strap on his way to school. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Twin girls in hats & coats wearing white gloves

Twin girls in hats & coats wearing white gloves
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Twin girls in hats & coats wearing white gloves

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Couple with sunglasses

Couple with sunglasses
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Couple with sunglasses

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Doctor Doctor

Doctor Doctor
A doctor with a stethoscope makes notes on a pad, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Wedding Day

Wedding Day
A man puts a wedding ring onto his bride's finger, circa 1960. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: And Then I Said

And Then I Said
A smiling older man in a suit and tie, perhaps telling a joke, circa 1960. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Schoolboy Chums

Schoolboy Chums
Two schoolboys walking along the street with a lunchbox and a stack of school books, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Bless You

Bless You
A smartly-dressed man in the middle of a sneeze, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Young Couple On Bikes

Young Couple On Bikes
A young man and woman riding bicycles. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Jovial Businessman

Jovial Businessman
A businessman with a friendly demeanour, perhaps in the process of telling a joke, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Shared Memory

Shared Memory
A mature couple smile as they read through a notebook together, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Balanced Diet

Balanced Diet
A man holding a bunch of root vegetables and a glass of beer, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Young Love

Young Love
A young man kisses the hand of his partner, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: White Wedding

White Wedding
A bridegroom slips a wedding ring onto his bride's finger, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Suspicious Lighting

Suspicious Lighting
A large smiling man, up-lit in a sinister fashion, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Portrait of mother with son and daughter

Portrait of mother with son and daughter
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Portrait of mother with son and daughter

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Is It About Me?

Is It About Me?
A young man peers over a woman's shoulder to see what she's writing in a notebook, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Business Talk

Business Talk
Two businessmen in conversation, circa 1940. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Piggyback Daddy

Piggyback Daddy
A little girl riding on her father's back, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Smart Schoolboy

Smart Schoolboy
A smiling little boy with dark hair and a striped tie, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Happy Couple

Happy Couple
A happy young couple strolling along arm in arm, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Grandfatherly Type

Grandfatherly Type
A smiling man in a suit, circa 1930. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Man with pipe in mouth

Man with pipe in mouth
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Man with pipe in mouth

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Hey There

Hey There
A man cups his hands around his mouth to shout, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Happy Couple

Happy Couple
A young couple reading a magazine together, circa 1960. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Business Talk

Business Talk
A businessman in a suit with one hand in his pocket, circa 1940. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Bedside Manner

Bedside Manner
A nurse brings a glass of water for a patient, who is holding a slip of paper, possibly a cheque, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Dapper Gentleman

Dapper Gentleman
A smartly-dressed man wearing a high collar and a cravat. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Smart Crowd

Smart Crowd
A crowd of smartly-dressed men and woman seen from below the neck, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: High Anxiety

High Anxiety
A man contemplates the stresses and strains of his life, circa 1960. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Curious Crowd

Curious Crowd
A crowd of people waiting on a city street, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Still In Business

Still In Business
An older man in a suit and tie, circa 1960. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Girl on bike, waving

Girl on bike, waving
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Girl on bike, waving

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Thirsty Businessman

Thirsty Businessman
A mature man drinking a glass of beer, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Milk Buddies

Milk Buddies
A teenage boy pours a glass of Borden's milk for a young friend, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Office Worker

Office Worker
A smiling office worker with a briefcase and hat, standing in a doorway, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Say No To Beef

Say No To Beef
A mature man is appalled to find a slice of beef on his plate, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Elegant Soiree

Elegant Soiree
A couple in evening wear dance together as their friends look on from the card table, circa 1930. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Businessman

Businessman
A serious businessman, circa 1960. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Skiing Holiday

Skiing Holiday
Four people enjoying themselves on a holiday, possibly a cross-country skiing trip, circa 1955. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Shocking Secret

Shocking Secret
A boy whispers a secret into a girl's ear, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Fresh Faced Lad

Fresh Faced Lad
A smiling boy, circa 1940. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Madison Avenue

Madison Avenue in New York City, near the junction with East 55th Street, circa 1950. The Bermuda Shop is on the left, and the Milton Schepps jewellery store on the right

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Journal Memories

Journal Memories
A young couple smiling over an entry in a journal, circa 1940. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Having A Great Time

Having A Great Time
A man and woman walk down the street arm in arm, enjoying each other's company, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: People crossing a busy street

People crossing a busy street
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: People crossing a busy street

Background imageGeorge Marks Photography Framed Print Collection: Morning Business

Morning Business
A mature businessman drinking a cup of coffee, circa 1950. (Photo by George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images)



Even though Marks' exact identity is hidden behind a curtain of mystery, his body of work has left an enduring legacy in the history of stock photography. 

Discover a treasure trove of images in Marks' vast body of work; each one depicts a different aspect of life, such as the demands of the workplace, complex relationships, and the common yet fascinating weave of domesticity. 

All products are expertly crafted, using premium materials, tailored to your specifications and promptly shipped