Venezia : An evocative and atmospheric photo book, brimming with antiquarian treasures Hardback
by Serge Simonart
Hardback
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This love letter in photographs to the unique beauty and mystery of Venice is an evocative compilation of vintage photographs, prints, and ephemera.
It is a tactile ode to the sensuality of the city, filled to the brim with all manner of Venetian memorabilia: 19th century photographs, engravings, hand-coloured magic lantern slides, vintage postcards, old luggage labels, keys from long-lost luxury hotels, golden ducats from the 18th century, Carnival ball invitations.
With gilt-edged pages and antique Venetian lettering, it is not a travel or walking guide, but an atmospheric pilgrimage that pays homage to this ever-fascinating city.
Serge Simonart's engaging commentary on Venetian history and culture introduces each subject with affection and insight. "Every day, a nervous traveller visiting the City of Doges for the first time asks the best way to get to their hotel. 'The shortest or the most beautiful?', I once heard the concierge at Hotel Des Bains ask.
The tourist who opted for the most beautiful route is still wandering around the city.
This is a unique photobook in which to wander and lose oneself." - Serge Simonart
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- Format:Hardback
- Pages:208 pages, 75 Illustrations, black and white; 43 Illustrations, color
- Publisher:Meta4Books vzw
- Publication Date:03/12/2020
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- ISBN:9789463887502
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Out of StockMore expected soonContact us for further information
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:208 pages, 75 Illustrations, black and white; 43 Illustrations, color
- Publisher:Meta4Books vzw
- Publication Date:03/12/2020
- Category:
- ISBN:9789463887502