Irving Penn: Centennial
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| Rating | : | 4.60 (838 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1588396185 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 372 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-01-15 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Over the course of a nearly seventy-year career, he mastered a pared-down aesthetic of studio photography that is distinguished for its meticulous attention to composition, nuance, and detail. This indispensable book features one of the largest selections of Penn’s photographs ever compiled, including famous and beloved images as well as works that have never been published. Celebrating the centennial of Penn’s birth, this lavish volume spans the entirety of his groundbreaking career. Irving Penn: Centennial is essential for any fan of this artist’s work or the history of 20th-century photography.
"Vast and insightful volume … one of the finest photography books of recent years."—Christian House, Art Agency Partners
"It's the best book on Irving Penn's work to date" according to Frank Marshal. It's the best book on Irving Penn's work to date. Everything is beautifully reproduced. Design of the book great, my only criticism is I would like to have seen more of his fashion work.. Perfection! This is the best Penn retrospective book ever published.. Good value Diane Savioli-Chase A great comprehensive collection of photos at a great price