Woman in the Mirror
Woman in the Mirror
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Author(s): Avedon, Richard
Hollander, Anne
ISBN No.: 9780810959620
Pages: 256
Year: 200511
Format: Trade Cloth (Hard Cover)
Price: $ 168.00
Dispatch delay: Dispatched between 7 to 15 days
Status: Available

A landmark collection from one of the most influential photographers of the twentieth century, Woman in the Mirror presents Richard Avedon's extraordinary photographs of women from across a career that helped redefine portraiture and fashion photography. Bringing together images created over decades, Avedon captures an extraordinary range of subjects, from cultural icons and celebrated artists to fashion models and women encountered beyond the spotlight. Whether photographing Marilyn Monroe, Dovima, Suzy Parker, or lesser-known individuals who caught his attention, Avedon approached every sitter with the same curiosity, sensitivity, and emotional intensity. The photographs reveal the dramatic social and cultural changes that shaped the modern era while showcasing Avedon's unmatched ability to convey personality through gesture, expression, and presence. Fashion, celebrity, art, and everyday life converge in a body of work that remains as compelling today as when it was first created. Featuring an insightful essay by Anne Hollander, Woman in the Mirror is an essential volume for photography collectors, fashion enthusiasts, art historians, and admirers of Avedon's enduring vision. It was among the final projects completed before Avedon's death, and it offers a powerful exploration of femininity, identity, beauty, and self-expression.


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