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Discover 'New York Sleeps: Christopher Thomas', a mesmerizing hardcover collection that invites you to experience the tranquil beauty of New York City through the lens of acclaimed photographer Christopher Thomas. Published by Prestel Verlag GmbH & Co KG in 2016, this stunning book features breathtaking duotone photographs capturing iconic landmarks such as the Brooklyn Bridge and Grand Central Station in an awe-inspiring, people-free state. Imagine wandering Fifth Avenue without the hustle of commuters or seeing the serene stillness of empty streets and silent waterways, reminiscent of majestic Ansel Adams landscapes. Christopher Thomas employs his expertise with a large-format Polaroid camera, using long exposures to evoke a dreamlike ambiance that enhances the architectural wonder of NYC. This hardcover edition is perfect for lovers of photography, art enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the unique, quieter side of urban life. Adorn your coffee table or library with this timeless piece that serves as a significant addition to photographic essays of New York City. Order now and experience the enchanting silence of a city that never sleeps. Fast shipping available to ensure you receive your order promptly.
CONDITION: BRAND NEW
Title: New York Sleeps: Christopher Thomas
Publisher: Prestel Verlag GmbH & Co KG.
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Hardcover
Details:
Imagine a New York devoid of people, its empty streets, bridges, and waterways as silent and magnificent as an Anselm Adams landscape. This is the New York that Christopher Thomas reveals in duotone photographs that are at once haunting and nostalgic. Employing a large-format Polaroid camera, Thomas shot many of these images in the early hours of the day or with long exposures. The result is a rare glimpse of the Brooklyn Bridge without pedestrians; Grand Central Station without commuters; Fifth Avenue without cars, vendors, workers, or shoppers. Not only do Thomas's photographs allow viewers to appreciate the spatial and architectural splendor of these New York City icons, but they also evoke a dreamlike feeling that is unusual in visual depictions of the city. Timeless, yet unmistakably contemporary, this collection by an internationally acclaimed photographer is an important addition to the pantheon of photographic essays of New York's most beloved settings.
CONDITION: BRAND NEW
Title: New York Sleeps: Christopher Thomas
Publisher: Prestel Verlag GmbH & Co KG.
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Hardcover
Details:
Imagine a New York devoid of people, its empty streets, bridges, and waterways as silent and magnificent as an Anselm Adams landscape. This is the New York that Christopher Thomas reveals in duotone photographs that are at once haunting and nostalgic. Employing a large-format Polaroid camera, Thomas shot many of these images in the early hours of the day or with long exposures. The result is a rare glimpse of the Brooklyn Bridge without pedestrians; Grand Central Station without commuters; Fifth Avenue without cars, vendors, workers, or shoppers. Not only do Thomas's photographs allow viewers to appreciate the spatial and architectural splendor of these New York City icons, but they also evoke a dreamlike feeling that is unusual in visual depictions of the city. Timeless, yet unmistakably contemporary, this collection by an internationally acclaimed photographer is an important addition to the pantheon of photographic essays of New York's most beloved settings.