Reasonable Doubt

Black and white photograph, signed

This iconic image, part of the 1996 Reasonable Doubt album shoot, was captured by Jonathan Mannion on the rooftop of his Manhattan apartment, with Jay-Z, Damon Dash, and Biggs in attendance. Mannion, a renowned hip-hop photographer, shot hundreds of photos of Jay-Z, aiming for a timeless, black-and-white aesthetic that contrasted with the flashy visuals of the era. The shoot marked a major milestone in Mannion’s career, helping define the visual identity of Jay-Z’s debut.