David Bowie, London, UK, 1972

Photographed in London, UK, in 1972 during a visit to Tony Defries' office on Regent Street, this image captures David Bowie at a pivotal moment in the creation of his Ziggy Stardust persona. Seated casually between interviews and performances, Bowie appears fully in command of a transformation that was redefining the possibilities of popular culture.

The photograph was made during an interview with Melody Maker, shortly after Bowie publicly discussed his sexuality in a way that challenged conventions of the time. Published on the magazine's cover, the image quickly became associated with a turning point in his rise to international recognition.

More than a portrait, the photograph reflects the construction of an icon. It documents the moment when image, identity, performance, and media converged to create one of the most influential figures in modern music.

Archival pigment print.

Produced from the original negative and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.

Signed by the photographer.

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