{"product_id":"i-see-a-city-todd-webbs-new-york","title":"I See a City: Todd Webb's New York","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eTodd Webb's I See a City: Todd Webb's New York focuses on his photographs of New York City from the 1940s and 1950s, capturing the city's architecture, people, and everyday life in a rich and textured portrait. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 176 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 03 June 2021\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thames \u0026amp; Hudson Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI See a City: Todd Webb's New York is a captivating exploration of the photographer's work produced in the bustling metropolis during the 1940s and 1950s. Webb's lens captured the city's vibrant spirit day and night, in all seasons and weather conditions. From the iconic Brooklyn Bridge to the bustling Harlem, his photographs portrayed a diverse range of buildings, signage, vehicles, and the bustling crowds that filled the streets. Webb's keen eye for detail revealed the intricate textures and architectural wonders of New York, showcasing both its grandeur and its everyday life. His images were layered with light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and dimension that captured the soul of these places shaped by the friction and frisson of humanity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorn in Detroit, Webb's journey into photography began in the 1930s under the mentorship of Ansel Adams at the Detroit Camera Club. His wartime service as a navy photographer further honed his skills, and after the war, he became a successful postwar photographer. His work is held in numerous museum collections, including the prestigious Museum of Modern Art in New York and the National Gallery of Art in Washington.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI See a City: Todd Webb's New York is a testament to Webb's exceptional talent and his ability to capture the essence of a city through his photographs. With its 167 illustrations, this book offers a visual feast that transports readers back to a bygone era and provides a glimpse into the rich cultural and architectural heritage of New York. Whether you are a resident of the city or a visitor, this book is a must-have for anyone who appreciates the beauty and complexity of urban life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1120g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 301 x 384 x 21 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780500545522\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Todd Webb","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44105229205754,"sku":"9780500545522","price":21.42,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/feb62f59761fcb78a167609ed4821f41.jpg?v=1633145121","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/i-see-a-city-todd-webbs-new-york","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}