Description
Discover the enchanting world of affluence with 'Slim Aarons: A Place in the Sun.' This exquisite photography book, published by ABRAMS in 2005, encapsulates the opulent lifestyle of the elite, represented through 250 breathtaking color photographs. Perfect for art lovers and collectors, this BRAND NEW edition invites readers to immerse themselves in the glamorous past, showcasing intimate moments of the rich and famous captured by the renowned war photographer Slim Aarons. Each image is a vivid portrayal of luxury, with scenes set against stunning backgrounds - from the sandy beaches of Mustique to the majestic slopes of Aspen. Aarons transports you to high society playgrounds, featuring icons like Aristotle Onassis, C.Z. Guest, and Truman Capote. 'A Place in the Sun' is more than just a coffee table book; it's a timeless reminder of the elegance of a world that has all but disappeared. Don’t miss the chance to own this collectible piece that will elevate your space and inspire your aspirations. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9780810959354, Pages: 240.
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: 9780810959354
Year: 2005
Publisher: ABRAMS
Pages: 240
Description:
Since 1940 Slim Aarons has been hard at work, first as a war photographer, then with unprecedented access as a photographer to the rich and famous. In this gorgeous sequel to Slim Aarons-Once Upon a Time, he develops the environmental portrait to the level of art, always showing his subjects in their natural setting, in a circumstance synonymous with their station in life. He documented a particular world that is vanished. A Place in the Sun is that special glimpse of privilege under a bright and beaming sky, whether on sandy shore, snowy slope, or elegant home where cares are few. Through 250 stunning color pictures, Aarons provides a veritable who's who of high society: Aristotle Onassis with his first wife, Tina, and their children, Christina and Alexander; C.Z. Guest at her villa in Palm Beach; the Aga Khan at his Sardinian resort; and Truman Capote in Palm Springs. From Mustique to Monaco, from Aspen to Gstaad, only Slim Aarons can take us on a journey to the most exclusive playgrounds of the rich, inspiring even the most jaded armchair traveler.
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: 9780810959354
Year: 2005
Publisher: ABRAMS
Pages: 240
Description:
Since 1940 Slim Aarons has been hard at work, first as a war photographer, then with unprecedented access as a photographer to the rich and famous. In this gorgeous sequel to Slim Aarons-Once Upon a Time, he develops the environmental portrait to the level of art, always showing his subjects in their natural setting, in a circumstance synonymous with their station in life. He documented a particular world that is vanished. A Place in the Sun is that special glimpse of privilege under a bright and beaming sky, whether on sandy shore, snowy slope, or elegant home where cares are few. Through 250 stunning color pictures, Aarons provides a veritable who's who of high society: Aristotle Onassis with his first wife, Tina, and their children, Christina and Alexander; C.Z. Guest at her villa in Palm Beach; the Aga Khan at his Sardinian resort; and Truman Capote in Palm Springs. From Mustique to Monaco, from Aspen to Gstaad, only Slim Aarons can take us on a journey to the most exclusive playgrounds of the rich, inspiring even the most jaded armchair traveler.