Discover the iconic work of Irving Penn in this exquisite MoMA retrospective hardcover, a rare collector’s item that showcases the photographer’s groundbreaking career. This limited-edition publication, originally released in 1984, offers an unparalleled look at Penn’s evolution from art-school beginnings to his masterful still lifes that transformed ordinary objects into profound visual statements.
### Key Features
* First comprehensive retrospective of Irving Penn’s influential photography career
* Includes 156 stunning illustrations spanning his entire body of work
* Insightful essay by renowned photography critic John Szarkowski
* High-quality MoMA publication with premium production values
* Extremely limited availability from museum warehouse storage
### Specifications
Pages: 216
Illustrations: 156 black-and-white photographs
Publication Year: 1984
Publisher: The Museum of Modern Art, New York
Editor: John Szarkowski
### Ideal For
* Photography collectors seeking rare and significant art books
* Students and scholars of 20th century photographic history
* Art enthusiasts who appreciate Penn’s unique ability to elevate mundane subjects into timeless compositions
