Justine Joseph (1971-) - Pool Ladies Nattering by Michael Joseph, cyanotype
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Justine Joseph (1971–) presents an original gelatin-silver print titled Pool Ladies Nattering, created in 2026.
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Pool Ladies – Nattering
Original Handmade Cyanotype from Michael Joseph’s 1987 London Pool Ladies Series
An extraordinary gathering of bathing beauties, a wonderfully theatrical composition, and a little touch of 1980s eccentricity - all immortalised in glorious shades of Prussian blue.
This striking, one-of-a-kind cyanotype revisits an original photograph taken by celebrated London advertising photographer Michael Joseph in Clapham, London, in 1987.
A group of swimming-capped ladies assemble at the poolside, their poses ranging from elegantly nonchalant to wonderfully peculiar. Some appear to be waiting for instructions, others lost in thought, while one particularly commanding figure seems to preside over the entire gathering.
The result is a delightfully surreal tableau, somewhere between a fashion photograph, a theatrical production and a scene from an imaginary aquatic cabaret.
There is something irresistibly nostalgic about the swimming costumes, rubber caps and goggles, but also something timeless about the composition. Every figure contributes to the visual story, inviting the viewer to linger, explore and invent a narrative of their own.
A Photographic Reinterpretation, Almost Forty Years Later
Originally photographed in 1987, this image has been brought back to life in the Dordogne, France, during the summer of 2026, by Michael Joseph’s daughter, Justine Joseph, using the historic cyanotype photographic process.
Working directly from an original photographic negative, Justine has created an entirely new interpretation of her father’s work, transforming the original monochrome image into a richly atmospheric composition of deep blues, luminous highlights and velvety shadows.
The cyanotype process, dating back to 1842, involves coating paper with light-sensitive chemicals and exposing the image to ultraviolet light before developing it in water.
Unlike a conventional digital reproduction, each cyanotype is individually prepared, exposed, washed and dried by hand.
The beautiful variations in tone, subtle irregularities and characteristic deckled edges are integral to the artwork, making every impression genuinely individual.
No two handmade cyanotypes can ever be quite the same.
A Meeting of Two Generations
This piece represents a particularly personal dialogue between father and daughter, bridging nearly four decades of photographic creativity.
Michael Joseph's remarkable career in London advertising photography, spanning the 1960s to the early 1990s, was distinguished by his elaborate compositions, imaginative staging and extraordinary ability to bring together large groups of people in a single, memorable image.
Perhaps best known for his iconic photographs for the Rolling Stones' Beggars Banquet album, Michael also created an enormous archive of lesser-known images, many of which are only now being rediscovered.
His favourite adage was:
“Always keep a camera handy, every minute of your living day.”
It is precisely these immortalised instants that his daughter now enjoys revisiting, giving forgotten photographic treasures an entirely new existence through traditional and experimental printing techniques.
Presentation, Provenance & Authenticity
Title: Pool Ladies Nattering
Original photograph: Michael Joseph, Clapham, London, 1987
Artwork: Original handmade cyanotype by Justine Joseph
Date of creation: Summer 2026, Dordogne, France
Technique: Traditional cyanotype, produced from an original photographic negative
Dimensions: 50 × 40 cm, landscape format, including mount
Presentation: Beautifully mounted in an off-white window mount, with the characteristic irregular edges of the handmade print deliberately visible
Signature: Justine Joseph's monogram on the front
Verso: Handwritten title, photographic attribution, location, dates and production details, together with the gallery's authenticity label
A Unique Piece of Photographic Art
Perfect for collectors of vintage-inspired photography, lovers of unusual interiors, admirers of traditional photographic processes, or simply anyone with an appreciation for the wonderfully eccentric.
Its rich blue tones lend themselves particularly beautifully to retro interiors, poolhouses, coastal homes and contemporary spaces.
An original photograph from 1987, reimagined by the photographer's daughter in 2026 - a little piece of photographic history, with an entirely new life of its own.
Offered directly from the Michael Joseph family archive.
Seller's Story
My father, Michael Joseph, was a London-based advertising photographer from the 1960s to the early 1990s, perhaps best known for his iconic photographs for the Rolling Stones’ Beggars Banquet album.
Such was Michael’s extraordinary talent for orchestrating elaborate group scenes, often bringing together large numbers of people and animals in seemingly effortless harmony, that these wonderfully theatrical compositions became known within the advertising industry simply as “a Michael Joseph” - a style so distinctive that his name became a description in its own right.
Our continuing mission is to share what we affectionately call “the other photographs”: lesser-known treasures from his remarkable archive, including original vintage darkroom prints, experimental test prints, alternative images from major shoots, celebrated group compositions and more intimate, personal photographs.
Among our most exciting discoveries is Michael’s extraordinary 1964 Vietnam archive, photographed when he was just 23. Many of these powerful images have never previously been exhibited or offered for sale, revealing a fascinating, lesser-known side of his career.
There is also a wonderfully poetic quality to much of his work: unexpected encounters, fleeting moments and what we like to call “immortalised instants” - those unrepeatable fragments of everyday life that might otherwise have gone unnoticed.
All beautifully summed up in Michael’s favourite adage:
“Always keep a camera handy, every minute of your living day.”
A philosophy he certainly lived by, leaving us an extraordinary collection that we are still discovering today.
Alongside Michael’s authentic vintage prints, we are introducing new interpretations of his work: striking photographic prints on aluminium and handmade cyanotypes, created from his original negatives and transparencies using the Dordogne sunshine. Some are produced on vintage papers from Michael’s own photographic library, giving these historic materials a wonderful new lease of life.
Together, these works celebrate photographic history and contemporary creativity - from unique prints made by Michael himself to imaginative new interpretations of his archive.
We hope you enjoy discovering these photographs as much as we enjoy bringing them to light!
A Small Note About the Presentation Photographs
Some of our in situ illustrations showing artworks displayed in interiors have been created using artificial intelligence (AI).
These are intended simply to help you imagine how a piece might look in a home, office or gallery. Although we aim for faithful representations, proportions and scale may occasionally vary.
Please refer to the actual artwork photographs and stated dimensions for an accurate representation of your purchase.
A Personal Note About Packaging
We prepare and pack every artwork ourselves, taking great care to protect each piece with several layers of suitable materials.
To keep costs down and minimise waste, we reuse and upcycle packaging wherever possible. Your parcel may therefore contain recycled cardboard, protective sleeves, old photographic boxes or envelopes - occasionally even materials from Michael’s own photographic library!
And please don't be surprised if the outside looks rather plain, or even a little unattractive. This is often deliberate! We prefer valuable or irreplaceable artworks to travel as inconspicuously as possible.
One small favour: please unwrap your parcel slowly and carefully.
We sometimes use several layers of cardboard, paper and protective wrapping, secured with tape. Please take particular care when using scissors or a blade, as tape can occasionally catch on adjoining layers or items inside.
We would rather spend a little extra time protecting your purchase than risk damage in transit, and hope you will forgive our occasionally unconventional packaging!
After all, it's what's inside that matters, not the wrapping!
Every purchase helps us preserve, explore and share Michael’s remarkable photographic archive, while giving these images a new home and another chapter in their history.
For US Buyers
Customs duties and applicable import charges are paid at source and included in the shipping cost. No additional charges should normally be payable upon delivery, subject to changes in customs regulations.
Pool Ladies – Nattering
Original Handmade Cyanotype from Michael Joseph’s 1987 London Pool Ladies Series
An extraordinary gathering of bathing beauties, a wonderfully theatrical composition, and a little touch of 1980s eccentricity - all immortalised in glorious shades of Prussian blue.
This striking, one-of-a-kind cyanotype revisits an original photograph taken by celebrated London advertising photographer Michael Joseph in Clapham, London, in 1987.
A group of swimming-capped ladies assemble at the poolside, their poses ranging from elegantly nonchalant to wonderfully peculiar. Some appear to be waiting for instructions, others lost in thought, while one particularly commanding figure seems to preside over the entire gathering.
The result is a delightfully surreal tableau, somewhere between a fashion photograph, a theatrical production and a scene from an imaginary aquatic cabaret.
There is something irresistibly nostalgic about the swimming costumes, rubber caps and goggles, but also something timeless about the composition. Every figure contributes to the visual story, inviting the viewer to linger, explore and invent a narrative of their own.
A Photographic Reinterpretation, Almost Forty Years Later
Originally photographed in 1987, this image has been brought back to life in the Dordogne, France, during the summer of 2026, by Michael Joseph’s daughter, Justine Joseph, using the historic cyanotype photographic process.
Working directly from an original photographic negative, Justine has created an entirely new interpretation of her father’s work, transforming the original monochrome image into a richly atmospheric composition of deep blues, luminous highlights and velvety shadows.
The cyanotype process, dating back to 1842, involves coating paper with light-sensitive chemicals and exposing the image to ultraviolet light before developing it in water.
Unlike a conventional digital reproduction, each cyanotype is individually prepared, exposed, washed and dried by hand.
The beautiful variations in tone, subtle irregularities and characteristic deckled edges are integral to the artwork, making every impression genuinely individual.
No two handmade cyanotypes can ever be quite the same.
A Meeting of Two Generations
This piece represents a particularly personal dialogue between father and daughter, bridging nearly four decades of photographic creativity.
Michael Joseph's remarkable career in London advertising photography, spanning the 1960s to the early 1990s, was distinguished by his elaborate compositions, imaginative staging and extraordinary ability to bring together large groups of people in a single, memorable image.
Perhaps best known for his iconic photographs for the Rolling Stones' Beggars Banquet album, Michael also created an enormous archive of lesser-known images, many of which are only now being rediscovered.
His favourite adage was:
“Always keep a camera handy, every minute of your living day.”
It is precisely these immortalised instants that his daughter now enjoys revisiting, giving forgotten photographic treasures an entirely new existence through traditional and experimental printing techniques.
Presentation, Provenance & Authenticity
Title: Pool Ladies Nattering
Original photograph: Michael Joseph, Clapham, London, 1987
Artwork: Original handmade cyanotype by Justine Joseph
Date of creation: Summer 2026, Dordogne, France
Technique: Traditional cyanotype, produced from an original photographic negative
Dimensions: 50 × 40 cm, landscape format, including mount
Presentation: Beautifully mounted in an off-white window mount, with the characteristic irregular edges of the handmade print deliberately visible
Signature: Justine Joseph's monogram on the front
Verso: Handwritten title, photographic attribution, location, dates and production details, together with the gallery's authenticity label
A Unique Piece of Photographic Art
Perfect for collectors of vintage-inspired photography, lovers of unusual interiors, admirers of traditional photographic processes, or simply anyone with an appreciation for the wonderfully eccentric.
Its rich blue tones lend themselves particularly beautifully to retro interiors, poolhouses, coastal homes and contemporary spaces.
An original photograph from 1987, reimagined by the photographer's daughter in 2026 - a little piece of photographic history, with an entirely new life of its own.
Offered directly from the Michael Joseph family archive.
Seller's Story
My father, Michael Joseph, was a London-based advertising photographer from the 1960s to the early 1990s, perhaps best known for his iconic photographs for the Rolling Stones’ Beggars Banquet album.
Such was Michael’s extraordinary talent for orchestrating elaborate group scenes, often bringing together large numbers of people and animals in seemingly effortless harmony, that these wonderfully theatrical compositions became known within the advertising industry simply as “a Michael Joseph” - a style so distinctive that his name became a description in its own right.
Our continuing mission is to share what we affectionately call “the other photographs”: lesser-known treasures from his remarkable archive, including original vintage darkroom prints, experimental test prints, alternative images from major shoots, celebrated group compositions and more intimate, personal photographs.
Among our most exciting discoveries is Michael’s extraordinary 1964 Vietnam archive, photographed when he was just 23. Many of these powerful images have never previously been exhibited or offered for sale, revealing a fascinating, lesser-known side of his career.
There is also a wonderfully poetic quality to much of his work: unexpected encounters, fleeting moments and what we like to call “immortalised instants” - those unrepeatable fragments of everyday life that might otherwise have gone unnoticed.
All beautifully summed up in Michael’s favourite adage:
“Always keep a camera handy, every minute of your living day.”
A philosophy he certainly lived by, leaving us an extraordinary collection that we are still discovering today.
Alongside Michael’s authentic vintage prints, we are introducing new interpretations of his work: striking photographic prints on aluminium and handmade cyanotypes, created from his original negatives and transparencies using the Dordogne sunshine. Some are produced on vintage papers from Michael’s own photographic library, giving these historic materials a wonderful new lease of life.
Together, these works celebrate photographic history and contemporary creativity - from unique prints made by Michael himself to imaginative new interpretations of his archive.
We hope you enjoy discovering these photographs as much as we enjoy bringing them to light!
A Small Note About the Presentation Photographs
Some of our in situ illustrations showing artworks displayed in interiors have been created using artificial intelligence (AI).
These are intended simply to help you imagine how a piece might look in a home, office or gallery. Although we aim for faithful representations, proportions and scale may occasionally vary.
Please refer to the actual artwork photographs and stated dimensions for an accurate representation of your purchase.
A Personal Note About Packaging
We prepare and pack every artwork ourselves, taking great care to protect each piece with several layers of suitable materials.
To keep costs down and minimise waste, we reuse and upcycle packaging wherever possible. Your parcel may therefore contain recycled cardboard, protective sleeves, old photographic boxes or envelopes - occasionally even materials from Michael’s own photographic library!
And please don't be surprised if the outside looks rather plain, or even a little unattractive. This is often deliberate! We prefer valuable or irreplaceable artworks to travel as inconspicuously as possible.
One small favour: please unwrap your parcel slowly and carefully.
We sometimes use several layers of cardboard, paper and protective wrapping, secured with tape. Please take particular care when using scissors or a blade, as tape can occasionally catch on adjoining layers or items inside.
We would rather spend a little extra time protecting your purchase than risk damage in transit, and hope you will forgive our occasionally unconventional packaging!
After all, it's what's inside that matters, not the wrapping!
Every purchase helps us preserve, explore and share Michael’s remarkable photographic archive, while giving these images a new home and another chapter in their history.
For US Buyers
Customs duties and applicable import charges are paid at source and included in the shipping cost. No additional charges should normally be payable upon delivery, subject to changes in customs regulations.
Details
Date of print
2026
Artist
Justine Joseph (1971-)
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Title of artwork
Pool Ladies Nattering by Michael Joseph, cyanotype
Condition
Original State
Technique
Gelatin-silver print
Height
28 cm
Edition
Blue Bromide Mysteriously Dark, photo taken for Playboy US TV Channel interview
Width
38.5 cm
Signature
Hand signed
Genre
Fine art photography
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