Ornette Coleman, NYC, 1981

$1500 In stock

This black-and-white photograph captures jazz innovator Ornette Coleman in New York City, 1981. The image conveys a sense of calm contemplation and quiet character, reflecting the deep creativity and cultural expression of one of music's most influential figures.

Black-and-white fine art photography from the 1980s
Subject: Ornette Coleman, a pioneering figure in jazz
Available in multiple sizes to suit your space: 11x14, 16x20, 20x24, 30x40, and 40x60
Elegant and contemplative mood, ideal for a refined interior

Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Evelyn ★★★★★ Sep 8, 2026

There’s a quiet stillness in this shot that feels exactly right for Coleman—his gaze seems to carry the music with it. The black-and-white tones give it a timeless grain that makes 1981 feel immediate. It’s now the centerpiece of my study, and I keep noticing something new in his expression each tim

Michael M. ★★★★★ Sep 7, 2026

The matte finish and deep blacks really make the 1981 NYC setting feel timeless, and Ornette’s quiet expression draws me in every time I glance at it. It’s already up in my study, and the calm mood it brings is exactly what I hoped for.

Natalie ★★★★★ Sep 1, 2026

The way the photograph captures that quiet, contemplative moment of his is exactly what I hoped for — you can almost feel the calm before he picks up the horn. Printed on matte paper, the tones in his face and the NYC background come through beautifully.