Robert Doisneau

Robert Doisneau is one of the pioneers of French street photography, and this book is a masterclass in the genre. It collects 130 black and white silver salt prints from his Atelier Robert Doisneau in Montrouge, showcasing his personal style and capturing moments of daily happiness among ordinary people. The volume is published to accompany an exhibition at Rovigo, Palazzo Roverella, from September 2021 to January 2022.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 17 November 2021
Publisher: Silvana

Robert Doisneau is widely recognized as a pioneer of French street photography, making this book an invaluable resource for those seeking to master the genre. Born in Gentilly in 1912 and passing away in Montrouge in 1994, Doisneau is regarded as one of the founding fathers of French humanist photography and street photojournalism. Through his lens, he captured the daily lives of the people living in Paris and its suburbs, presenting the city and its inhabitants with an ironic and light touch while also revealing deep humanity and engagement.

The book features a collection of 130 black and white silver salt prints from Doisneau's Atelier Robert Doisneau in Montrouge, which houses his photographic archive. These photographs, whether made on commission or during his wanderings in Paris, showcase Doisneau's unique style, blending charm, imagination, and a freedom of expression that borders on surrealism. These images capture moments of everyday happiness among ordinary people, such as the iconic "{URL}," or "The Kiss," in which tenderness, sometimes veiled with melancholy, is mixed with notes of humor.

The book is published in English, Italian, and French and accompanies an exhibition at Rovigo, Palazzo Roverella, from September 23, 2021, to January 30, 2022.

Weight: 1348g
Dimension: 287 x 247 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788836649747