Born in Ireland in 1920, Edward Quinn established his career as a photographer on the Côte d'Azur starting in the 1950s. He became a fixture of the region's social scene, capturing the lives of international celebrities and cultural figures during a period often referred to as the golden fifties.

Quinn’s work is characterized by his intimate, unposed portraits of high-profile subjects, including artists, actors, and business leaders. His archive serves as a significant visual record of the mid-century European social landscape, documenting the intersection of glamour and private life in the Mediterranean playground of the era.

He remained active in his practice until his death in 1997. His photographic legacy continues to be referenced in historical surveys and exhibitions focusing on the cultural history of the French Riviera and the evolution of celebrity portraiture.