Forbes, Duncan
Fragile Beauty: Photographs from the Sir Elton John and David Furnish Collection - The Official V & A Exhibition Book
- ISBN 13:
- 9781838510466
- author:
- Forbes, Duncan
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- V & A Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 29.3 x 2.6 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Popular Culture,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
Fragile Beauty: Photographs from the Sir Elton John and David Furnish Collection brings together 150 of the most striking images from a remarkable collection built over three decades. Spanning disciplines from fashion and film to landscape and reportage, this extensive collection features the work of renowned photographers such as Diane Arbus, Richard Avedon, and Cindy Sherman.
Compiled by Duncan Forbes, head of photography at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, this book presents a diverse range of photographs that showcase the beauty and power of photography. The collection includes works by artists such as Nan Goldin, David LaChapelle, Robert Mapplethorpe, and Ai Weiwei, among others.
Featuring an afterword by Sam Taylor-Johnson and in-depth interviews, this book offers a unique insight into the themes and stories behind the collection. With its beautiful and dynamic images, Fragile Beauty is a must-have for anyone interested in photography and the creative vision of Sir Elton John and David Furnish.