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Black Beauties: Iconic Cars

Black Beauties: Iconic Cars

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René Staud, a renowned automobile photographer, has released a new book titled "Black Beauties." The book showcases the timeless elegance and sporting prowess of black cars from various sports car brands across decades. It features stunning photographs by Staud and insightful texts by automotive journalism expert Jürgen Lewandowski. Additionally, comments from industry leaders such as Andrea Zagato, Gorden Wagener, and Stephen Bayley provide valuable insights from the automotive world. The book is available in English and German.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 26 July 2023
Publisher: teNeues Publishing UK Ltd


René Staud, the renowned master of automobile photography, has unveiled a captivating new illustrated book titled "Black Beauties." In this captivating coffee-table masterpiece, Staud dedicates himself entirely to the mesmerizing hue of black, delving into the world of automotive aesthetics. Through this extraordinary publication, Staud invites car enthusiasts on a journey through time, showcasing the epitome of excellence from the world's most renowned sports car brands. From the legendary Alfa Romeo 8C of the 1930s, hailed as a goddess, to the fastest open-top series sports car, the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse, Staud showcases the unparalleled aesthetic appeal that black lends to a vehicle.

Staud's photographs, renowned for their striking style, capture the timeless elegance and exhilarating performance of these automotive masterpieces. But this impressive coffee table book extends beyond its visual allure. Jürgen Lewandowski, a luminary in automotive journalism and the author of over 90 books on the subject, contributes insightful texts to accompany the stunning photographs. Additionally, comments by Andrea Zagato (CEO Zagato), Gorden Wagener (head of design at Mercedes), and Stephen Bayley (journalist and design critic) provide valuable insider knowledge from the industry, enriching the reader's experience.

Published in both English and German, "Black Beauties" is a testament to René Staud's exceptional talent and the enduring fascination with the color black in the world of automobiles. Whether you're a car enthusiast or a design aficionado, this book is a must-have for anyone seeking to explore the captivating world of automotive elegance and performance.


Dimension: 314 x 245 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783961715299

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