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The Decisive Moment
€224.00
English edition with Dust Cover and Caption Sheet. 126 images of Cartier-Bresson's early work, with an introduction by Bresson and a dust jacket by Matisse.
Only few photobooks in history can match the influence of The Decisive Moment. Since its publication in 1952, it has remained one of the pillars of photography. (Parr / Badger, v1, 208-209; Roth 134-135; Open Book 154-155).
The Decisive Moment is a foundational work in photography by Henri Cartier-Bresson. It explores his philosophy of capturing a fleeting instant where the visual elements of a scene align perfectly to convey meaning. The book features various photographs and reflections on the art of street photography, composition, and the technical mastery required to seize spontaneous moments.
Bibliographic Details
| Author | Henri Cartier-Bresson |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Simon & Schuster in collaboration with Editions Verve of Paris |
| Place of publication | New York |
| Year | 1952 |
| Edition | First edition |
| Binding | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
| Dimensions | 37 x 28 |
| Collation | 156 pp. |
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