Jim Marshall Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane, Golden Gate Park
Jim Marshall | Grateful Dead & Jefferson Airplane, Golden Gate Park (1967)
Limited Edition Estate Print
This extraordinary photograph by Jim Marshall captures the Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane performing in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, in 1967 — a defining moment in the birth of the West Coast counterculture movement. Featuring Jerry Garcia, Ron “Pigpen” McKernan, Jorma Kaukonen, and Jack Casady, the image radiates the spontaneity, camaraderie, and revolutionary energy that defined the Summer of Love.
Taken at the height of San Francisco’s cultural awakening, the photograph reflects a rare intersection of two legendary bands whose music helped shape the identity of a generation. Marshall’s presence within the scene allowed him to document not only the performance, but the spirit surrounding it — musicians acknowledging him with his signature greeting, a gesture that underscores the deep trust he cultivated with his subjects.
As one of the most important music photographers of the twentieth century, Jim Marshall preserved moments that would come to define American rock history. This image transcends concert photography; it stands as a cultural document of a city, an era, and a movement that reshaped modern music.
Offered as a Limited Edition Estate Print, this work is printed on cotton archival paper to ensure museum-quality longevity and tonal richness. Authenticated by the Jim Marshall estate, it is a significant acquisition for collectors of rock history, fine art photography, and 1960s cultural iconography.
Details
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Photographer: Jim Marshall
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Title: Grateful Dead & Jefferson Airplane, Golden Gate Park
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Year: 1967
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Location: Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
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Subjects: Jerry Garcia, Ron “Pigpen” McKernan, Jorma Kaukonen, Jack Casady
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Medium: Limited Edition Estate Print
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Paper: Cotton Archival Paper
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Category: Music & Cultural Photography
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Shipping & Handling: This piece requires custom packing and freight. All additional pricing is calculated after purchase, we’ll confirm delivery details and send a shipping invoice for approval before shipment.
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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