Miller & Ringma, Paparazzi Self-Portraits with Debbie Harrie and others

Great set of three original photographs from the New York based artists duo Marc Miller and Bettie Ringma. In 1975 they started the Paparazzi Self-Portraits series in which they posed for snapshots alongside politicians and personal heroes such as Angela Davis, Susan Sontag, William S. Burroughs. From 1976 to 1979 the series continued in the legendary CBGB club at the Bowery, where they posed with stars from the emerging punk scene including Debbie Harry, The Ramones, Talking Heads, Patty Smith and others.

Includes: (1) Bettie Visits CBGB, Debbie Harry, 1977/78. Colour photograph, in original matte frame with rubber stamp, 11.3 x 16.5 cm. Verso stamped 'Bettie Punks Out!' and Miller & Ringma. (2) Bettie Ringma with congresswoman Bella Abzug. New York, Sept 21, 1976. Colour photo, 8.8 x 12.5 cm, titled and signed by Ringma on verso. (3) Marc Miller with senator George McGovern. Washington, March 10, 1976. Colour photo, 8.8 x 12.5 cm, titled and signed by Miller on verso. (total 3)