Jim Marshall Bruce Springsteen, Backstage , New Jersey, 2009
An Intimate Portrait of The Boss | Limited Edition Estate Print
Captured backstage in 2009 at the Meadowlands in New Jersey, this intimate black-and-white photograph by legendary photographer Jim Marshall offers a rare, unguarded glimpse of Bruce Springsteen away from the spotlight.
Seated casually with an acoustic guitar in hand, Springsteen appears relaxed and reflective, moments before or after taking the stage. Wearing sunglasses and smiling mid-strum, the image reveals a musician grounded in craft rather than performance—an artist whose connection to music remains deeply personal, even after decades of global acclaim.
Photographed during a period when Springsteen was reaffirming his status as one of America’s most enduring cultural voices, this backstage moment strips away spectacle and replaces it with authenticity. The quiet setting, minimal staging, and natural posture underscore Marshall’s unparalleled ability to capture musicians not as mythic figures, but as working artists fully immersed in their creative lives.
Jim Marshall—often called the photographer of rock ’n’ roll—was uniquely trusted by his subjects. That trust is evident here, where Springsteen appears entirely at ease, allowing the camera to witness a private moment of preparation and reflection. The resulting image is both timeless and deeply human.
Studio CT proudly presents this photograph as a limited-edition Jim Marshall estate print, produced using museum-grade archival materials to preserve its tonal depth, clarity, and historical significance.
An essential acquisition for collectors of rock photography, Bruce Springsteen memorabilia, or Jim Marshall estate works, this photograph is available for private viewing at Studio CT in Agoura Hills, California.
Photographer: Jim Marshall
Subject: Bruce Springsteen
Year: 2009
Location: Meadowlands, New Jersey, United States
Medium: Archival photographic print
Edition: Limited Edition Estate Print
Presentation: Ready to hang
Framing: Custom framing available
Sizes: Select estate sizes available
Please allow 2-4 weeks for delivery. Each museum-quality photograph is hand-numbered, and bears the official estate seal on the reverse.
Explore our collection, which includes:
Limited Edition Estate Prints
- These exclusive prints are meticulously curated from Jim's extensive personal archive of over 1 million negatives.
- Each print exclusively available in one size, as listed.
- Crafted with precision, each Limited Edition Estate Photograph represents a unique moment frozen in time, with no duplication of previously available images from Jim's lifetime.
- Jim Marshall's Limited Edition Estate photographs are printed to order.
Lifetime Photographs
- From the depths of Marshall's legacy, his Lifetime Photographs encapsulate the essence of his work.
- Printed either in 11" x 14" or 16" x 20".
- Some are available as classic silver gelatin prints, offering the timeless allure of black and white photography. Occasionally, they are presented in platinum and dye-transfer prints, adding depth and richness to Marshall's already profound imagery.
- Some lifetime photographs available are signed pieces sourced directly from Jim Marshall's estate archive, making them exceedingly rare and increasingly valuable collector's items.
Note: A silver gelatin print is a classic black and white photograph made using a gelatin silver process. Light-sensitive silver salts on paper or film react to light, creating a latent image developed with chemicals, resulting in a high-quality black and white print.
- Jim Marshall frames are 1 ¼" face and ¾" depth for a classic touch.
- Jim Marshall pieces only come in a black, matted frame, or unframed.
- Our frames are made to order and handcrafted, ensuring quality and attention to detail.
- We prioritize preservation using 99% UV acrylic glass in our standard frames, filtering out 99% of harmful UV rays. (This ensures your artwork stays vibrant and protected over time.)
- Artwork securely mounted on Kool Tack Acid-Free Foam Board for optimal preservation.
- Expertly framed with a sturdy strainer frame and French wood cleat system for seamless hanging.
- Includes acid-free foam spacers for added support and longevity
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