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Saul Leiter

The Centennial Retrospective
By Margit Erb and Michael Parillo
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Saul Leiter by Margit Erb and Michael Parillo is an exploration of the striking and innovative photography of Saul Leiter, a notable figure in the art world known for his impactful contributions to street and colour photography. The book delves into Leiter's unique perspective, showcasing a collection of powerful images that capture the everyday beauty and complexity of urban life. Through insightful essays and a carefully curated selection of photographs, the book offers art enthusiasts an enriching glimpse into Leiter's creative vision and legacy.
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This book may appeal to you if you have an appreciation for photography and visual storytelling, offering a captivating exploration of the stunning work of a pioneering photographer. It is ideal for those interested in unique perspectives and artistic innovation within the realm of arts and culture.

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Celebrating the centennial of Saul Leiter's birth, the official retrospective of a revolutionary figure in twentieth-century photography.

Celebrating the centennial of Saul Leiter’s birth, the official retrospective of a revolutionary figure in twentieth-century photography

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Celebrating the centennial of Saul Leiter's birth, the official retrospective of a revolutionary figure in twentieth-century photography.

Saul Leiter photographed and painted nearly every day for over sixty years, amassing an enormous archive, most of which remained unseen during his lifetime. Finding inspiration within a few blocks of his apartment in Lower Manhattan, he was a master at discovering beauty in the most ordinary places.

Celebrated today for his evocative colour photographs of New York in the 1950s and 1960s, which were unknown in their day, Leiter also found success as a fashion photographer for Harper's Bazaar. All the while he was shooting black-and-white street scenes on his daily walks, and nudes and intimate portraits back home, while continuing his painting explorations with abstract watercolours, whimsical sketchbooks, and painted photographs.

Created in collaboration with the Saul Leiter Foundation, this definitive monograph brings together these diverse yet interconnected bodies of work - including much that was previously unpublished - to reveal the complete artist for the first time.

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The book is praised for capturing the beauty in everyday moments through Saul Leiter's painterly photography. Celebrating his centenary, it invites readers into the enigmatic world of this perceptive photographer, offering a comprehensive overview that is engaging to photography enthusiasts.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500545577

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 26 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: 185 Illustrations, black and white; 155 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Text by Michael Greenberg
  • Text by Adam Harrison Levy
  • Text by Lou Stoppard
  • Text by Asa Hiramatsu
  • Text by Michael Greenberg
  • Text by Adam Harrison Levy
  • Text by Lou Stoppard
  • Text by Asa Hiramatsu

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 305.0mm

Weight: 2560g

Pages: 352

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Arts & Culture Margit Erb Michael Parillo Non-Fiction

About the Author

Margit Erb is the founder and director of the Saul Leiter Foundation. Michael Parillo is the associate director of the Saul Leiter Foundation.

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