Jim Marshall Sly Stone in Performance, Berkeley, California 1974
Jim Marshall Sly Stone in Performance, Berkeley, California 1974 Funk, Freedom, and Pure Joy | Iconic Live Performance Photography
Captured in Berkeley, California in 1974, this exuberant black-and-white photograph by legendary photographer Jim Marshall immortalizes Sly Stone at the keyboard during a live performance, radiating charisma, joy, and musical freedom. Caught mid-song, smiling broadly into the microphone, Stone’s presence is electric—an embodiment of the revolutionary spirit that reshaped American music in the late 20th century.
Far more than a concert photograph, this image captures the soul of an artist who dissolved boundaries between funk, rock, soul, and psychedelia. As the visionary leader of Sly and the Family Stone, Sly Stone helped redefine what a band—and a cultural movement—could look and sound like. Marshall’s timing preserves a fleeting moment of openness and connection between artist and audience, framed by natural light and the collective energy of the crowd.
Printed as a silver gelatin photograph, this work reflects the highest standard of black-and-white photographic craftsmanship. The silver gelatin process delivers exceptional tonal range and depth, honoring Marshall’s original negative and preserving the photograph’s vibrancy and historical authenticity. As a Lifetime Limited Edition print, it stands as a rare and enduring document of a transformative era in American music.
Studio CT proudly presents this photograph as a museum-quality archival print, produced to preserve its visual richness and cultural importance for future generations.
An essential acquisition for collectors of funk history, Jim Marshall photography, or iconic live performance imagery, this piece is available for private viewing at Studio CT in Agoura Hills, California.
Photographer: Jim Marshall
Subject: Sly Stone
Band: Sly and the Family Stone
Location: Berkeley, California
Year: 1974
Medium: Silver gelatin 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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