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The Decisive Moment

€35.00
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).

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 U.S. Edition
Binding Hardcover including dustjacket
Language English
Dimensions 37 x 28
Collation 156 pp.

Condition Report

Condition Very Good
Cover Very good
Notes Inside fine with good binding, pictorial boards have some toning at the spine. Spine has small 1 cm tear at the top. Dust jacket has some edge wear, mainly on top and bottom of spine. A few small tears on the edges have been professionally closed. Dust jacket has some toning, mainly to spine. Over all very nice and clean condition for this classic icon.
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