DAVID BAILEY

Photography is at the core of Bailey’s artistic practice, and his Polaroids are an intimate visual diary of his long career. This collection features images from fashion shoots from the 1970s onwards, both in the studio and on location, miniature portraits of iconic figures and still-life compositions. Spontaneous and deeply personal, these photographs offer a glimpse into Bailey’s creative process, capturing the essence of the people and subjects that have shaped his life and work.

Bailey’s Polaroids are a mystery until opened. Each Polaroid is a unique photograph, hand-signed by Bailey and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, sealed in an individual envelope marked ‘Copyright David Bailey’.

It is very much Bailey’s wish that his Polaroids are accessible to all and reflect a sense of serendipity. Thus, every Polaroid from this collection will be selected from a ‘lucky dip’, ensuring a fair, democratic process for every collector’s acquisition.