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Robert Farber Figurative Photography

American, b. 1944

Over the course of his career, photographer Robert Farber has influenced countless photo artists. Owing to what were initially mistakes he made that yielded a soft-focus look and grainy textures in his images, Farber developed a painterly style of photography that draws on Impressionist and Surrealist art and sees him positioning subjects in warm, naturally lit interiors and amid unlikely landscapes. 

Farber was born in Newark, New Jersey. From an early age, he explored his interest in art, encouraged by his mother who allowed him to turn their basement into an art studio. There he practiced drawing, as well as painting with watercolors and oil paints.

Farber studied marketing and business at the University of Miami, but always wanted to work in the arts. In 1970, he moved to New York City and began his journey into photography.

Farber brought his work to outdoor art festivals all over the city. At one of these festivals, an advertising executive saw one of his works and asked him to photograph for a Cotton Inc. advertisement. This led to more jobs, working for other big-name clients — such as Macy's, 20th Century Fox and Revlon, and major publications like Esquire and Playboy.

Farber has garnered lots of recognition throughout his career, including “Photographer of the Year” from the Photographic Manufacturers Association and an ASP International Award from the American Society of Photographers. 

Farber annually contributes exclusive prints of his "Women as Art" series to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. His “Deterioration Series” continues to be exhibited around the world, including at galleries in Paris, Brussels and Florence.

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Artist: Robert Farber
Robert Farber 'Walking the Bulldog'
Robert Farber 'Walking the Bulldog'

Robert Farber 'Walking the Bulldog'

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Walking the Bulldog, 1994 Archival pigment print 20 x 30 inches Signed and numbered edition of 15 Robert Farber (b. 1944) is a renowned photographer whose five-decade career spans b...

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1990s Modern Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Robert Farber 'Walking the Bulldog'
Robert Farber 'Walking the Bulldog'

Robert Farber 'Walking the Bulldog'

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Walking the Bulldog, 1994 Archival pigment print 30 x 40 inches Signed and numbered edition of 10 Robert Farber (b. 1944) is a renowned photographer whose five-decade career spans b...

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1990s Modern Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

'Walking the Bulldog', printed later
'Walking the Bulldog', printed later

'Walking the Bulldog', printed later

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Walking the Bulldog, 1994 Archival pigment print Printed later 40 x 60 inches Signed and numbered edition of 10 Robert Farber (b. 1944) is a renowned photographer whose five-decade ...

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1990s Modern Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Boombox

Boombox

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Boombox, circa 1980 Archival pigment print 40 x 30 inches edition of 10 Robert Farber is a contemporary American photographer best known for his iconic images of nude women. “One da...

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1980s Modern Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Deterioration Series 055

Deterioration Series 055

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Robert Farber Deterioration Series 055 1979-2013 (printed later) Archival pigment print 60 x 40 inches edition of 5 This image is part of Robert Farber’s Deterioration Series which...

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Deterioration Series 001

Deterioration Series 001

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Robert Farber Deterioration Series 001 1979-2013 (printed later) Archival pigment print 60 x 40 inches edition of 5 This image is part of Robert Farber’s Deterioration Series which...

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2010s Contemporary Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Walking the Dog
Walking the Dog

Walking the Dog

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Ed. of 10, includes black frame with white mat. Robert Farber’s style has influenced generations of photographers. His painterly, impressionistic style captures the essence of compo...

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1990s Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Laundromat
Laundromat

Laundromat

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Ed. of 10, includes textured wood frame with white mat. Robert Farber’s style has influenced generations of photographers. His painterly, impressionistic style captures the essence ...

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1990s Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Deterioration Series 004
Deterioration Series 004

Deterioration Series 004

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Robert Farber Deterioration Series 004 1979-2013 (printed later) Archival pigment print 60 x 40 inches edition of 5 This image is part of Robert Farber’s Deterioration Series which...

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2010s Contemporary Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Walking the Dog

Walking the Dog

By Robert Farber

Located in Greenwich, CT

Unframed Dimensions: 30 x 40 inches Framed Dimensions: 38 3/4 x 50 3/4 inches Edition of 10 signed lower right Robert Farber Biography American, b. 1944 Robert Farber’s style has ...

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1990s Contemporary Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Seeing Montana

Seeing Montana

By Robert Farber

Located in Greenwich, CT

Edition of 10 Frame: 51 1/2 x 68 1/2 in. Signed and numbered, lower border

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1990s Contemporary Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Lady in Pink

Lady in Pink

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Lady in Pink, 1980 Archival pigment print 60 x 40 inches Edition of 10 Robert Farber’s style has influenced generations of photographers. His painte...

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2010s Contemporary Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Robert Farber, Red Lips at the Paris Cafe

Robert Farber, Red Lips at the Paris Cafe

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Red Lips at the Paris Cafe, 1987 Archival pigment print 30” x 40” (76.2x101.6 cm) Edition of 10 signed and numbered $ 9,000.00 40” x 60” (101.6x152.4 cm) Edition of 10 signed an...

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1970s Modern Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Robert Farber, Red Shoes and a Bulldog

Robert Farber, Red Shoes and a Bulldog

By Robert Farber

Located in New York, NY

Red Shoes and a Bulldog, 1991 Archival pigment print 30” x 40” (76.2x101.6 cm) Edition of 10 signed and numbered $ 9,000.00 40” x 60” (101.6x152.4 cm) Edition of 10 signed and n...

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1970s Modern Robert Farber Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

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Robert Farber figurative photography for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Robert Farber figurative photography available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of figurative photography to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of orange, pink, purple and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Robert Farber in pigment print, archival pigment print, canvas and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the modern style. Not every interior allows for large Robert Farber figurative photography, so small editions measuring 20 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Bob Tabor, Ormond Gigli, and Elliott Erwitt. Robert Farber figurative photography prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $9,000 and tops out at $25,000, while the average work can sell for $15,000.