Renowned British photographer Martin Parr dies aged 73


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British documentary photographer Martin Parr has died at his home in Bristol, England at the age of 73, his foundation announced on Dec 7. Photo: AFP

Celebrated British documentary photographer Martin Parr has died at his home in the western English city Bristol, his foundation announced on Sunday. He was 73.

Famous for his kitschy colour-saturated images capturing all aspects of life in Britain and beyond, Parr had a sharp eye for mundane oddities, whether it was the rich at play or working-class scenes.

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