Edward Steichen: The Luxembourg Bequest

The National Museum of Luxembourg received a generous bequest from Edward Steichen in March 1985, comprising 178 prints, including 175 photographs, covering his photographic oeuvre. This collection is presented in a comprehensive scholarly manner with full-page illustrations and six new essays that examine the provenance, techniques, dating, conservation, and preservation of the prints. The bequest also highlights Steichen's role as a mediator of Modernism between Europe and the New World.

Format: Hardback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2023
Publisher: Silvana

In March 1985, the National Museum of Luxembourg received a remarkable bequest from the estate of Edward Steichen, a renowned American photographer born in Luxembourg. This bequest consisted of a staggering 178 prints, comprising 175 photographs taken by Steichen himself, showcasing a diverse range of his photographic oeuvre. Spanning from his early pictorialist images to portraiture, fashion, advertising, landscapes, and family photographs, this collection offers a comprehensive glimpse into Steichen's artistic journey.

For the first time, this extraordinary collection is presented in a scholarly manner, featuring full-page illustrations of all 178 photographs. In addition, the publication includes six new essays written by five authors, delving into various aspects of the prints. These essays address issues of identification, techniques, dating, conservation, and preservation, shedding light on the provenance and historical significance of the collection. The authors also compare the Luxembourg donation with other bequests made to institutions in the United States and overseas, highlighting its unique place in the realm of photographic heritage.

One of the remarkable aspects of the Luxembourg bequest is the abundance of family photographs included. Steichen's role as a mediator of Modernism between Europe and the New World is further explored, emphasizing his contribution to the global exchange of artistic ideas.

The texts provided by Kerstin Bartels, Gerd Hurm, Julia Niewind, Malgorzata Nowara, Michel Polfer, Françoise Poos, and Gilles Zeimet offer insightful perspectives on the Luxembourg bequest and Edward Steichen's enduring legacy in the world of photography.

Weight: 3018g
Dimension: 314 x 253 x 54 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788836651559