Monographies
Brassaï: Letters to My Parents
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This book includes letters and photographs by Brassaï, many published for the first time, offering insight into the life and friendships of the photographer during his time in Berlin and Paris. It includes a foreword by Gilberte Brassaï, editorial notes, and an essay on the education of a young artist.
Translated from the Hungarian by Peter Laki and Barna Kantor. English-language edition sponsored by The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
This volume contains a series of intimate letters written by the renowned French photographer Brassaï (born Georges Huron) to his parents. The correspondence provides a personal glimpse into the life, artistic philosophy, and private reflections of the man who famously captured the atmosphere of Paris in the 1930s. Published by The University of Chicago Press, the work serves as a biographical supplement to his visual legacy, offering insight into his creative process and familial relationships.
Bibliographic Details
| Author | Brassaï |
|---|---|
| Publisher | The University of Chicago Press |
| Place of publication | Chicago and London |
| Year | 1997 |
| Edition | First edition |
| Binding | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 0226071464 |
| Collation | 263 pp. |
| Language | English |
| Dimensions | 21 x 17 |
Condition Report
| Condition | Very Good (VG) |
|---|---|
| Cover | Very Good (VG) |
| Notes | minor toning to wrappers, small yellow stain title page, else fine With dust jacket. |
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