An original press photograph of Freddie Mercury, taken during a public appearance in 1988, showing the Queen frontman in formal evening dress with his distinctive slicked-back hairstyle and black bow tie. The reverse bears a 23 March 1988 date stamp, placing the image during a significant period in Queen's career following the release of The Miracle sessions and Freddie Mercury's continuing high-profile public appearances.
This is a genuine working newspaper press photograph from the Shields Gazette photographic archive, retaining its editorial layout markings, cropping annotations, archive labels and period newspaper cutting on the reverse. Such markings provide clear evidence that the photograph was actively prepared for newspaper publication rather than being retained simply as a publicity print.
Unlike later commercial reproductions, this is an authentic editorial photograph produced for press use during Freddie Mercury's lifetime. Original newspaper archive photographs of Mercury remain highly collectable, particularly those dating from the late 1980s when public appearances became increasingly limited.
An excellent original piece of Queen memorabilia and an attractive portrait of one of rock music's most iconic performers.
Very good condition with minor edge wear and light creasing consistent with age, editorial handling and archive storage.
Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
Artist: Freddie Mercury
Group: Queen
Date: 23 March 1988 (reverse date stamp)
Photo Size: 15.1 × 20.1 cm
Photographer: Not credited
Provenance: Shields Gazette Photographic Archive
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