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In a lot of five books, anchored by the monumental vision of Yoshikazu Shirakawa, an assembly of moving landscapes begins …
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In a lot of five books, anchored by the monumental vision of Yoshikazu Shirakawa, an assembly of moving landscapes begins by scaling the breathtaking, high-altitude Himalayan colors and vistas of the world's highest peaks with the additional pull-out tactical elements. The Himalayas reveal serene images of the highest peaks and valleys, where life thrives amid the majestic mountain landscapes documented throughout the book. Follow the monochromatic genius of Ansel Adams' journey in the beginning, leading images into the heights of creation, seamlessly flowing with the artist's eye. Adams' photography transitioned into masterworks, each well-celebrated and recognized as the definitive American art of the wilderness. Accompanied by a determined cultural preservation effort, artist Edward S. Curtis left America with more than 40,000 master photographs of Native Americans in the disappearing days of their way of life. His context, as a true artisan meticulously manipulating early silver-halide plates, exposure zones, and glass negatives, had captured the soul of the changing world permanently. The full 3-volume photographic library set by Barry Pritzker presents full-page photo renditions and recaptures the original works of Ansel Adams and Curtis, with innovative reportage using early photography during the Great Rebellion in the mid-19th Century, which loomed over the United States. Encased with meticulous detail, this elite collection curates a timeline of global photographic history and brings together many definitive American locations. Curated as oversized coffee-table editions, each carries weight that mirrors the artistic gravitas of the imagery and artistry. An unparalleled vignette and commanding physical presence, serving as the centerpiece on an expansive living room table, a low-profile media console, a browsing area, or a conversational focal point in a sunlit library gallery, this box lot brings timeless history and prestige into the modern luxury home.
Yoshikazu Shirakawa, Himalayas
1971 Harry N. Abrams, Inc. (First American Edition)
128 pages, includes 71 full-page color plates, 6 multi-page fold-out panoramas, and detailed diagram maps.
Ansel Adams, Ansel Adams: Images 1923-1974
1974 New York Graphic Society
127 pages featuring 115 duotone photographic plates reflecting Adams' hand-selected career masterworks.
Barry Pritzker, 3-Book Sleeve Set American Photography: Ansel Adams, Mathew Brady, Edward Curtis
1992 Crescent Books / Outlet Publishing
288 pages total, each individual monograph contains approximately 96 pages of rich historical full-size plates and biographical text for three different books.
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- Dimensions
- 16ʺW × 18ʺD × 1.24ʺH
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Black & White Photography
- Color Photography
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- There are only a few moderate signs of wear, at the edges, and the DJ paper is excellent with no … moreThere are only a few moderate signs of wear, at the edges, and the DJ paper is excellent with no stains, writing, or missing pages. The three volumes have been selected as part of a theme of three oversized volumes featuring high-quality photo plates and subjects of natural interest. Bindings are firm, no tears, stains, or missing pages. A dust jacket is included with all volumes, each in very good or better condition. less
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