Lee Friedlander

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"The Little Screens" is a significant collection of early work by Lee Friedlander, now presented in its entirety for the first time. The title references television screens found in motel rooms and other generic spaces across America during the 1960s. Each screen broadcasts images of popular culture icons, political figures, and minor celebrities, set against the backdrop of bland, characterless environments. These spaces, devoid of personality, could exist anywhere, reflecting a universal experience. The collection narrates the journey of a wandering photographer capturing the essence of 1960s America, highlighting the bittersweet and sometimes humorous aspects of life on the road. It offers a glimpse into how the decade was perceived through the flickering images that filled living rooms across the nation. The book features a preface by the esteemed Walker Evans, who recognized the significance of Friedlander's work in 1963. Evans, a legendary American photographer known for his influential WPA projects and collaboration with James Agee, has had a lasting impact on the field. His work was celebrated in a major retrospective by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2000, reigniting interest in his photography. The collection includes 34 duotones and is presented in a 9.5 x 9.5 inch format.