Leger, Nathalie

Exposition

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ISBN 13:
9781999331832
author:
Leger, Nathalie
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Les Fugitives
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
168
Dimensions:
18 x 12 centimetres (0.17 kg)
Genre:
Arts & Photography, Photography, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.12

Description

Exposition by Nathalie Léger explores the art of portrait photography and its impact on our perceptions of identity. Over four decades, the Countess Virginia Oldoini Castiglione returned to a Paris studio, posing in various tableaux that reflect her life, both real and imagined. Through her examination of the myths surrounding iconic figures past and present, Léger meditates on the half-truths of portrait photography, reframing her own family history in the process. This thought-provoking work delves into the complexities of representation and identity, inviting readers to consider the power of images to shape our understanding of ourselves and others. With its unique blend of historical and personal perspective, Exposition offers a nuanced exploration of the intersection of art, culture, and self.

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