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Discover the captivating world of American artist Curtis Moffat with the groundbreaking book, 'Curtis Moffat: Silver Society'. This exquisite publication serves as the first comprehensive exploration of Moffat's dynamic abstract photographs and innovative color still lifes, capturing the essence of early twentieth-century glamour. Renowned for his stunning society portraits, Moffat utilized his lens to immortalize influential figures of high society, theater, and the arts, including legends like Cecil Beaton, Lady Diana Cooper, and Daphne Du Maurier. This 224-page masterpiece is published by Steidl and offers not only a deep dive into Moffat's art but also showcases his significant role in Modernist interior design. The book is drawn from an extensive archive donated by his daughter, Penelope Smail, to the Victoria and Albert Museum, making it a vital addition to any art lover's collection. With meticulous digital reconstructions of vibrant images from original tri-carbro black-and-white negatives, this publication reveals Moffat’s pioneering yet often overlooked contributions to photography. Don't miss the chance to explore the stylish and artistic legacy of Curtis Moffat. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9783958290273, Year: 2016, Publisher: Steidl, Pages: 224.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9783958290273
Year: 2016
Publisher: Steidl
Pages: 224
Description:
This is the first publication on American artist Curtis Moffat who is known for his dynamic abstract photographs, innovative color still lifes and some of the most glamorous society portraits of the early twentieth century. Moffat was also a pivotal figure in Modernist interior design and furniture. Living in London throughout the 1920s and early '30s during the era of the "Bright Young Things," Moffat produced stylish photographic portraits of leading figures in high society, stage, theater and the arts, including Cecil Beaton, The Sitwells, Nancy Cunard, Lady Diana Cooper, Tallulah Bankhead and Daphne Du Maurier. In 2003 and 2007, Moffat's daughter, Penelope Smail, generously donated his extensive archive to the Victoria and Albert Museum. This book is drawn from that archive and also includes digital reconstructions of color images from original tri-carbro process black-and-white negatives. It reveals Moffat's pioneering yet little-known photography in all its depth and beauty.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9783958290273
Year: 2016
Publisher: Steidl
Pages: 224
Description:
This is the first publication on American artist Curtis Moffat who is known for his dynamic abstract photographs, innovative color still lifes and some of the most glamorous society portraits of the early twentieth century. Moffat was also a pivotal figure in Modernist interior design and furniture. Living in London throughout the 1920s and early '30s during the era of the "Bright Young Things," Moffat produced stylish photographic portraits of leading figures in high society, stage, theater and the arts, including Cecil Beaton, The Sitwells, Nancy Cunard, Lady Diana Cooper, Tallulah Bankhead and Daphne Du Maurier. In 2003 and 2007, Moffat's daughter, Penelope Smail, generously donated his extensive archive to the Victoria and Albert Museum. This book is drawn from that archive and also includes digital reconstructions of color images from original tri-carbro process black-and-white negatives. It reveals Moffat's pioneering yet little-known photography in all its depth and beauty.