Luke Dodd Introduction (3 results)
More imagesPublished by Guardian Books, London 2009
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Literary Cat Books, Machynlleth, Powys, WALES, United KingdomLiterary Cat Books
Contact seller4-star sellerAssociation member: IOBA
Condition: Used - Very good
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Original Boards. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition; First Impression. Light wear to spine, covers & corners. Dustjacket: light wear & soiling to front & back covers & spine. Back cover slightly water damaged. Slight wear to front cover & flaps top margins & corners. ; Light wear to spine, covers &… corners. Dustjacket: light wear & soiling to front & back covers & spine. Back cover slightly water damaged. Slight wear to front cover & flaps top margins & corners. ; 26.4 x 26.4 x 2.8 cms; xii, 244 pages; Jane Bown (1925â"2014) was a renowned English photographer celebrated for her compelling black-and-white portraits. Born on March 13, 1925, in Eastnor, Herefordshire, she served in the Women's Royal Naval Service during World War II before studying photography at Guildford School of Art from 1946 to 1950.In 1949, Bown began her prolific career with The Observer newspaper, capturing candid images of prominent figures such as Bertrand Russell, Samuel Beckett, Queen Elizabeth II, and The Beatles. Her minimalist approach utilized natural light and a simple camera setup, allowing her to seize spontaneous moments that revealed the essence of her subjects. Throughout her career, Bown received numerous accolades, including being appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 1985 and Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 1995. Her work has been exhibited at prestigious institutions like the National Portrait Gallery in London and is held in various permanent collections. Jane Bown's legacy endures through her timeless portraits, which continue to influence and inspire the field of photography. She passed away on December 21, 2014, at the age of 89.
Published by Guardian Books London 2009
- Hardcover
Seller: J. R. Young, Birmingham, United KingdomJ. R. Young
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Used - Near fine
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Included. 10¼"x10¼" (26x26cm). Second printing. ppXII(2)224(2) with numerous monochrome images, and index. Hardback / hard cover: black boards, backstrip titled in white. Near FINE copy in near FINE unclipped dust jacket. (Heavy item, overseas shipping at cost.).
Published by London Guardian Books 2009
- Hardcover
Seller: Antiquariat C. Hoffmeister, Wolfenbüttel, GermanyAntiquariat C. Hoffmeister
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Qu.-4to. 224 S., 1 Bl. OPp. mit OU. (dieser mit leichten Gebrauchsspuren). ABWEICHENDE VERSANDKOSTEN! ABWEICHENDE VERSANDKOSTEN! 2,100 gr.
