Thereare many photography books that deal with New York, but certainly none likethis one. With "New York", photography legend Elliott Erwitt payshomage to his home metropolis in a monochromatic tribute, creating anillustrated book that can, without hesitation, be classified as a work ofhistorical character.
Born in Paris, he emigrated to the USA in 1939 and movedto the Big Apple in 1948. Since then, up until his death, his camera has beenhis constant companion as he roamed the streets of the cosmopolitan city.
In this revised edition, Erwitt presents fascinatingblack and white photographs taken over the course of his entire career. For thefirst time, 16 new pages give readers an insight into previously unpublishedimages from the 50s and 60s, allowing them to immerse themselves in a New Yorkfrom days long gone. A little nostalgia is guaranteed.
The coffee table book perfectly reflects NewYork and its soul.
Celebrities rank alongside the average New Yorker, everydaymoments characterize contemporary history in a cheerful and sometimes slightlywhimsical way that is tyoical for Erwitt's work. That is one of the reasons whyhe will be remembered as one of the best street photographers in the world. Hispictures are not only lively and authentic, but also characterized by a veryspecial irony of everyday situations. This photo book is fun to look at againand again and always offers new surprises.
"New York" is the perfect coffeetable book for anyone who can't get enough of this impressive mega-city. Evendie-hard fans of the metropolis will find previously undiscovered sides of thecity here. For all admirers of Elliott Erwitt's photographic art, this coffeetable book is a must-have for your home collection.
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