TÉLÉRAMA. - Lot 288

TÉLÉRAMA. Richard Avedon. Télérama Special Issue. Paris, Télérama, 2008. Large in-4, paperback, illustrated cover. A special issue published to coincide with major retrospectives dedicated to Richard Avedon (1923–2004), notably in Paris and Arles. This volume serves as an excellent introduction to the work of one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century, whose work had a profound impact on fashion photography, portraiture, and photojournalism. Richly illustrated, the book traces the major milestones of his career, from the fashion photographs he created for *Harper’s Bazaar* and *Vogue* to his famous portraits of figures from the worlds of art, politics, and entertainment, not to mention his series dedicated to the American West. It includes several critical essays, an interview with Christian Lacroix, a conversation with Nicole Wisniak, a bibliography, and a collection of commentaries by photographers and photography historians on Avedon’s legacy. A richly illustrated publication featuring the photographer’s most iconic images. Very good copy.