Der amerikanische Maler und Fotograf Emanuel Radinsky (1890 -1976), bekannt unter seinem Künstlernamen Man Ray, gilt als einer der kreativsten Künstler des 20 Jahrhunderts. Als Fotograf erreicht er Weltruhm und beeinflusst nachhaltig zeitgenössische wie nachfolgende Generationen von Fotografen. Seine Akt- und Porträtstudien galten lange Zeit als äußerst revolutionär und setzten neue Richtlinien in der modernen Fotografie. Der neue Man Ray Titel in unserer mid-size-Reihe, bereits als Jumbo verlegt und längst vergriffen, zeigt in einem kompakten Überblick das geniale Werk Man Rays und die große künstlerische Kraft und Magie dieses Fotografen.
Presents an overview of the life and work of the groundbreaking artist Man Ray (1890-1976) who broke down the boundaries between photography and graphic design with his innovative techniques. This collection of famous, lesser known, and unknown works illustrates Man Ray's singular visionary power.
Accompanying a major exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, this book on the legendary designer Elsa Schiaparelli is an essential reference for fashion enthusiasts. Schiaparelli (1890–1973) was a pivotal figure in Paris fashion between the two World Wars. Her first knitwear collection, launched in January 1927, showcased trompe-l’oeil motifs and quickly gained popularity in both France and the US. In 1935, she opened the Maison Schiaparelli on Place Vendôme, offering collections for sports, city, and evening wear. Like her rival Gabrielle Chanel, Schiaparelli collaborated with artists such as Man Ray, Jean Cocteau, and Salvador Dalí, famously creating the lobster dress. Her imaginative designs, influenced by Surrealism, utilized innovative materials and evolved throughout the 1930s, gaining acclaim for their originality. Notable collections included themes like the circus (Summer 1938) and astrology (Fall/Winter 1938–39). In 1937, she launched the fragrance “Shocking,” named for her signature color, shocking pink. Featuring vintage photographs, sketches, and contemporary articles from Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue, this lavishly illustrated volume showcases masterpieces from the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, solidifying Schiaparelli's legacy in fashion history. 200 illustrations.
Bringing together iconic as well as rarely seen works, Photography and Abstract Art explores the development of photography in relation to abstract art, tracing the key moments of innovation in new techniques and practice.
