Italian Shoes: A Tribute to an Iconic Object

Gastel, Giovanni, Uberto Frigerio und Giusi Ferre:

ISBN 10: 0789339706 / ISBN 13: 9780789339706

Published by Rizzoli Universe Promotional Books, 2020

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192 S. The world of Italian footwear is celebrated in this stunning coffee-table book by renowned fashion photographer Giovanni Gastel. Through imaginative visual pairings, elegant shoes are juxtaposed with everyday objects that echo their shapes, textures and colours. The result is a fascinating dialogue between fashion, art and photography that highlights the creativity, craftsmanship and innovation of Italian shoe design. Richly illustrated and beautifully produced, this volume is both an artistic tribute and an inspiring source of style for fashion enthusiasts, designers, photographers and collectors. 5 Reasons Why You Need This Book Spectacular photography by acclaimed fashion photographer Giovanni Gastel Celebrates the artistry and elegance of Italian shoe design Beautifully produced luxury art and fashion volume Inspiring for designers, photographers and fashion lovers Unique blend of fashion, creativity and visual storytelling HC1-912-8 / 8-01388212 Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 1050 Gebundene Ausgabe, Maße: 24.89 cm x 2.29 cm x 30.99 cm.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Italian Shoes: A Tribute to an Iconic Object
• Publisher: Rizzoli Universe Promotional Books
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0789339706
• ISBN 13: 9780789339706
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Sehr gut
• Weight: 1050 grams
• Seller catalogs:
  • Kunst, Kultur & Geschichte - Fotografie - Fotog...

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Synopsis

The world of Italian footwear interpreted through playful visual pairings by fashion photographer Giovanni Gastel. A fitting tribute to the excellence of Italian manufacturing, for all those who love elegance and creativity, and for all women who love shoes.

In a sequence of beautiful shots, Gastel juxtaposes shoes with common objects that evoke them by their shape, color or texture. Pairings of great elegance, witty and unusual, highlight the creativity of the shoe designs. With an introduction by fashion journalist Giusy Ferre.

About the Author

Giovanni Gastel has worked for major fashion magazines for over thirty years and is a leading figure in the world of advertising. In 1997, he was the subject of a solo exhibition at the Triennale di Milano. He is the Honorary President of the Italian Professional Photographers' Association.

Giusi Ferrè is a fashion journalist. She writes for the CorrieredellaSera women's weekly supplement Iodonna and has appeared on numerous television and radio programs.