Signs and Wonders: The Photographs of John Beasley Greene

John Beasley Greene (1832-1856)

Synopsis

This book delves into the pioneering archaeological photography of John Beasley Greene, capturing Egypt and Algeria in the mid-19th century. Greene, born in France to an American banker, embarked on his first photographic expedition to Egypt in 1853, documenting ancient monuments with innovative use of horizon lines for dramatic effect. His Egyptian landscape photographs are distinctively minimalist, highlighting Greene's unique approach to visual storytelling. In Algeria, his work contrasts with dense visual details, featuring the ancient city of Constantine and Cherchell. With approximately 100 vintage prints, the book seeks to introduce Greene's influential work and reassess his significance in photography history.

Book Details

ISBN-10:
3791358464
ISBN-13:
9783791358468
PUBLISHER:
Prestel
YEAR:
2019
BINDING:
Hardcover
PAGES:
176 pages
SIZE:
26 x 30 cm (approx.)
LANGUAGE:
English

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