{"product_id":"9788498447651","title":"THE CAPTIVE GAZE","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Captive Gaze\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis catalog accompanies the exhibition of the same name held at the KBr Photography Center of Fundación MAPFRE, dedicated to the daguerreotype, the first photographic process in history. Through a carefully curated selection of pieces and technological material from the era, the work transports the reader to the origins of the captured image. A visual and documentary journey that reveals the fascination with fixing reality, showcasing both original daguerreotypes and the instruments that made photography possible in its early days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work explores the phenomenon of the daguerreotype, a process that marked the birth of photography in the 19th century. Based on the exhibited pieces, the book analyzes how this technique, which allowed for unique and detailed images on silver-plated copper plates, captivated the society of its time. Portraits, urban views, and still lifes are presented, along with cameras, cases, and tools used by the first daguerreotypists. The publication, in collaboration with the CRDI and the Museu del Cinema de Girona, contextualizes the cultural and technical impact of this method, offering a privileged look at the dawn of photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistory of the daguerreotype as the first commercial photographic process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEvolution of photographic technology in the 19th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection of original daguerreotypes and their heritage value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical instruments and equipment related to image capture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCultural and social context of the beginnings of photography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at photography enthusiasts and professionals interested in the technical and artistic origins of the medium. It is also of great value to art historians, collectors, and students who wish to delve into the history of the image. Furthermore, it appeals to readers curious about visual heritage and the development of techniques for reproducing reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to a unique selection of daguerreotypes and technological material from the era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed understanding of the daguerreotype process and its historical relevance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eContextualization of the birth of photography through a documented exhibition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA visual experience that connects the reader with the first steps of image capture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Boadas Raset, Joan; Cartier-Bresson, Anne; Garcia Felguera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Fundación Mapfre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Photographs: portraits, photographic equipment and techniques, special types of photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Exhibition catalog\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: March 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 160\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 631 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Captive Gaze is a reference work for those who wish to delve into the origins of photography from a museological and technical perspective. Its content, backed by specialized institutions, offers a balance between documentary value and visual quality. Recommended for readers looking for a rigorous and aesthetic approach to the daguerreotype, without renouncing the fascination sparked by the first images fixed by light.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FUNDACION MAPFRE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405652549979,"sku":"9788498447651","price":27.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849844765.jpg?v=1781829142","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788498447651","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}