Paul McCartney and John Lennon, The Beatles, Annual Christmas Message, London, 1965
About this photograph
Paul McCartney and John Lennon of The Beatles pictured during the recording of their annual Christmas message to the groups' fan club at the Marquee Studios in central London. 19th October 1965.
Print sizes and editions
8" x 10" - Edition of 125
11" x 14" - Edition of 100
16" x 20" - Edition of 75
20" x 24" - Edition of 50
Print type
C-type print
Paper type
Fuji Crystal Archive Paper with a Matte finish
Signature
Estate stamped
About the photographer
Robert Whitaker (1939-2011) was a renowned British photographer known for his iconic images of The Beatles taken between 1964 and 1966, including the infamous "Butcher Cover" for the album "Yesterday and Today." He started his career photographing artists at NEMS Records and covered major world events as a photojournalist for Time and Life magazines. Whitaker's work extended beyond The Beatles to include photos of Cream, Mick Jagger, and Salvador Dali. He was influenced by his Australian heritage and worked extensively in both Britain and Australia. His book The Unseen Beatles and various exhibitions showcased his unique style and contribution to photography.
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