David Bowie Hotel Prayer Black and White Photography Print

There is a particular quality of silence found in a touring musician’s hotel room, captured perfectly in this monochrome shot from the early seventies. The composition centers on a shirtless Bowie, wearing patterned trousers and theatrical makeup, kneeling in a prayerful pose amidst mid-century furniture.

About David Bowie

David Bowie (1947–2016) constantly reinvented his music and image, from Ziggy Stardust to the Thin White Duke. Bowie’s striking stage looks made him one of the most photographed musicians of all time. Classic rock artwork, from album covers to tour posters, defined the visual culture of the 1960s and 1970s.

Styling this David Bowie poster

The mid-century style and black-and-white palette of this David Bowie poster feel at home in modern and traditional interiors alike. Hang it at eye level, about 57 inches (145 cm) to its centre in a dorm room or home office; 18×24″ is a versatile size for most walls. Black and white suits any palette, so this David Bowie poster is easy to place; finish it with a slim walnut or black frame and a white mat.

At a glance

• Type: David Bowie poster
• Musician: David Bowie
• Style: Classic rock posters, Music photography
• Colours: black-and-white
• Collections: Black and White Photography Prints, Classic Rock Posters, David Bowie Prints