The Black Is Waiting for the White: Mario Giacomelli Photographs - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 8869651231 ISBN 13: 9788869651236

Publisher: Contrasto, 2009

Synopsis

In this ultimate volume, Mario Giacomelli’s most appreciated collection of landscapes, street scenes, still life, and portraits of everyday Italian life are combined with a unique and unseen new series.

Mario Giacomelli (1925–2000) is one of the most well-known photographers. His work has won many international prizes and has been exposed all over the world. This book is a survey of Giacomelli’s work, showcasing more than 150 photographs. It is an astonishing collection of his masterpieces.

About this title

About the Author:

Born in Senigallia (Italy), August 1st,1925. At the age of thirteen, apprentice in a small printers' firm in Senigallia, which he later owned. Began as a painter and amateur poet. Photographer (self-taught) from 1954. Died in Senigallia in 2000.

Review:

"A magnificent introduction to one of Europe's greatest photographic talents."-World of Interiors "his monograph skilfully rehearses one of the most extraordinary, original and engaging careers in photography."-Mark Haworth-Booth, Times Literary Supplement "A wonderful surprise."-(Black & White Magazine

About this edition

• Publisher: Contrasto
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 8869651231
• ISBN 13: 9788869651236
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 256