11 iconic hip hop photographs and the stories behind them

 By 
Yohana Desta
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One auction is bringing together dozens of iconic hip hop photographs over the decades.

Artnet, in collaboration with art director and photograph Xavier De Nauw, is hosting an auction of classic hip hop images, titled "Represent: Iconic Hip Hop Photography." The auction features stunning photographs, taken from 1980 up to the present, and includes intimate portraits of stars like Tupac, Aaliyah, Biggie and more.

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Many of the photographers have also shared backstories for the photos, adding layers of precious detail to these classic images.

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"Represent: Iconic Hip Hop Photography" is open through Nov. 19

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