Ralph Gibson
1939–

Introduction

Ralph Gibson (born January 16, 1939) is an American art photographer best known for his photographic books. His images often incorporate fragments with erotic and mysterious undertones, building narrative meaning through contextualization and surreal juxtaposition.

Wikidata identifier

Q1233831

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Roles

Artist, photographer

ULAN identifier

500094623

Names

Ralph Gibson

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109 works

109 works

On the Hour

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Maya Man, A Realistic Day In My Life Living In New York City

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