Description
CHRISTER STROMHOLM
Book Summary
This exhibition catalogue offers a comprehensive view of the extraordinary work of Swedish photographer Christer Strömholm. Through one hundred and fifty photographs, mostly vintage and early exhibition prints, the reader can trace his artistic trajectory, from his beginnings in the German group Fotoform to his innovative assemblages of found objects. An essential work for understanding the evolution of a master of street photography and portraiture.
What is it about?
The book documents the exhibition of the same name dedicated to Christer Strömholm, covering all facets of his career. It includes additional archival material that contextualizes his work. It explores his many travels around the world, his celebrated street photography, his portraits of artists, and his participation in the influential German group Fotoform during the fifties. The work culminates with his final stage, focused on assemblages of found objects, showcasing the versatility and depth of his legacy.
Main themes
- Street and documentary photography.
- Portraiture of artists and personalities.
- Travels and cross-cultural perspective.
- Artistic evolution from the postwar period to contemporary times.
- Assemblages and object art.
- Vintage prints and historical printing techniques.
Who is it recommended for?
This catalogue is aimed at photographers, art historians, photography students, and lovers of documentary imagery. It will also be of great interest to collectors and cultural sector professionals wishing to delve deeper into the work of a key author of 20th-century European photography.
What this book offers
- Access to a selection of 150 original photographs, many of them vintage prints rarely seen outside of an exhibition.
- A complete understanding of Strömholm's artistic evolution, from his beginnings to his final work.
- Historical and artistic contextualization through additional archival material.
- A privileged look at 20th-century street photography and portraiture.
- High-quality visual documentation for study and reference.
Technical specifications
- Author: CAUJOLLE, CHRISTIAN; JONSSSON, SUNE; MALMBORG, ESTELLE; SODERBE
- Publisher: FUNDACION MAPFRE
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: PHOTOGRAPHERS
- Collection: EXHIBITION CATALOGUE
- Date of publication: February 2024
- Number of pages: 278
- Weight: 1583 g
Editorial review
This is a rigorous and visually rich catalogue that succeeds in offering a complete overview of Christer Strömholm's work. The inclusion of vintage prints and archival material provides added documentary value, making it a reference for specialists and photography enthusiasts alike. Its chronological and thematic approach facilitates the understanding of the artist's evolution, from street photography to his experiments with assemblages.