Jim Marshall Kris Kristofferson at the Hyatt House, Los Angeles 1971
Jim Marshall Kris Kristofferson at the Hyatt House, Los Angeles 1971 An Intimate Portrait of the Songwriter at His Peak | Limited Edition Music Photography
Captured in Los Angeles in 1971, this striking black-and-white photograph by legendary photographer Jim Marshall presents Kris Kristofferson in a rare, unguarded moment at the famed Hyatt House, the legendary hotel long associated with musicians, actors, and cultural icons of the era.
Seated shirtless on his bed, cigarette in hand, Kristofferson appears reflective and raw—an image that distills the essence of an artist balancing vulnerability, intellect, and quiet intensity. Far removed from the stage or recording studio, the photograph reveals the private presence of a songwriter whose words and performances were reshaping American music at the dawn of the 1970s.
Jim Marshall’s masterful use of available light and natural composition emphasizes texture, posture, and expression, transforming a simple hotel room into a powerful psychological portrait. The intimacy of the setting allows the viewer to encounter Kristofferson not as a performer, but as a man in transition—poet, veteran, actor, and musician—on the cusp of lasting cultural impact.
Photographed during a pivotal period in Kristofferson’s career, as his songwriting was gaining widespread recognition and redefining the boundaries of country, folk, and rock, this image has become a sought-after work for collectors drawn to authenticity and artistic truth.
Printed using museum-grade archival processes, this photograph preserves the full tonal range and emotional depth of Marshall’s original negative, ensuring exceptional clarity and longevity.
Studio CT proudly presents this image as a Lifetime Limited Edition archival print, honoring both Jim Marshall’s unparalleled access and Kris Kristofferson’s enduring influence on American music and storytelling.
An essential acquisition for collectors of singer-songwriter history, classic rock photography, or Jim Marshall’s iconic archive, this work is available for private viewing at Studio CT in Agoura Hills, California.
Photographer: Jim Marshall
Subject: Kris Kristofferson
Location: Hyatt House, Los Angeles, California
Year: 1971
Medium: Archival photographic print
Edition: Lifetime Limited Edition
Presentation: Ready to hang
Framing: Custom framing available
Sizes: Multiple 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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