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Henri Cartier-Bresson

Series: Photofile
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Henri Cartier-Bresson explores the life and work of the pioneering photographer who transitioned from painting to photography in his early twenties. As one of the founders of Magnum Photos, Cartier-Bresson is celebrated for his masterful ability to capture fleeting moments. This volume features a curated selection of his photographs from around the world, including France, Spain, America, India, Russia, Mexico, and pre-revolutionary China, introduced by Michael Brenson.
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This book is ideal for enthusiasts of photography, art history, and anyone interested in the art of visual storytelling through powerful, candid images taken across diverse cultures and eras.

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Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908-2004) studied painting before taking up photography in his early twenties. This title includes selections from his photographs of France, Spain, America, India, Russia, Mexico and pre-revolutionary China.

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Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908-2004) studied painting before taking up photography in his early twenties. One of the founders of the photography agency Magnum (together with Robert Capa and others), he is best known for the consummate skill with which he captured the most fleeting of scenes.

This volume, introduced by Michael Brenson, includes selections from his photographs of France, Spain, America, India, Russia, Mexico and pre-revolutionary China.

Series: Photofile

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500410608

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 April 2007

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: 63 Halftones, duotone

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 120.0mm

Height: 189.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 154

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Series: Photofile

About the Author

Michael Brenson is an art critic and the author of numerous books, including Visionaries and Outcasts, Acts of Engagement and Culture in Action.

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