{"product_id":"1900-america-9783836567916","title":"1900 America","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Detroit Photographic Company produced Photochrom and Photostint postcard images between 1888 and 1924, offering the first color photographs of the United States. These images capture the diverse landscape and communities of North America, transporting us back to over a century ago. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 612 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30 November 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taschen GmbH\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese remarkable rediscovered Photochrom and Photostint postcard images, sourced from the private collection of Marc Walter, were produced by the Detroit Photographic Company between 1888 and 1924. Employing a photolithographic process that predated the autochrome by nearly 20 years, they offered the world the very first color photographs of the United States. Suddenly, the continents' vibrant hues were unveiled to the public, transforming the way we perceive and experience the world. From the rich ochres and browns of the Grand Canyon to the dazzling lights of Atlantic City, these places became visual treasures, captivating both eyewitnesses and Americans across the nation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEmblazoned with a sense of discovery and adventure, the pictures collected here transport us on a captivating voyage through people, places, and time. They take us across the vast and diverse landscape of North America, unveiling its many communities and offering a glimpse into the United States of over a century ago. Spanning over 600 pages, including fold-out spreads, this sweeping panorama takes us from Native American settlements to New York's Chinatown, from the last cowboys to the heyday of Coney Island. As luminous now as they were some 120 years ago, these rare and remarkable images have the power to transport us back to the past while also bringing the past to our present.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese postcard images serve as a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the early photographers and the transformative power of color photography. They remind us of the rich cultural and historical heritage of the United States and the importance of preserving and celebrating our shared history. By rediscovering and sharing these images, we can reconnect with our past and gain a deeper understanding of the world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3904g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 348 x 265 x 49 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9783836567916\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: Multilingual ed\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marc Walter,Sabine Arque","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44103551385850,"sku":"9783836567916","price":57.12,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1671188011314_book.jpg?v=1671358844","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/1900-america-9783836567916","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}