Step into the captivating world of mid-century New York through the lens of renowned photographer Rudolph Burckhardt with this exquisite limited-edition hardcover book. “An Afternoon in Astoria” preserves a remarkable collection of previously unpublished photographs that poetically document everyday life in 1940s Queens, now available in an immaculate clothbound presentation.
### Key Features
* Rare photographic collection recently rediscovered in MoMA’s archives
* Spiral-bound facsimile reproduction of Burckhardt’s original handmade album
* Luxurious clothbound box with tipped-in photographic reproductions
* Includes insightful essay by MoMA photography curator Sarah Hermanson Meister
* Extremely limited edition release of this historic photographic work
### Specifications
Publication Year: 2003
Format: Hardcover with clothbound box
Contents: Spiral-bound album facsimile + separate essay booklet
Original Photographs Taken: February 1940
### Ideal For
* Photography collectors seeking rare, museum-quality publications
* New York history enthusiasts interested in mid-century urban life
* Art book lovers who appreciate beautifully crafted limited editions
