Vanity Fair: The Portraits brings together 300 iconic portraits from Vanity Fair’s 95-year history in a remarkable book that captures the image of modern fame—the magical thing that happens when individual talent and beauty (and sometimes genius) is caught in the spotlight of popular curiosity and passion. The photographers—from Edward Steichen and Cecil Beaton to Annie Leibovitz and Mario Testino—are a glittering and celebrated group themselves. Their portraits have become the iconic likenesses of the best-known figures from the worlds of art, film, music, sports, business, and politics.
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From legends such as Pablo Picasso, Amelia Earhart, Cary Grant, and Katharine Hepburn to the stars, writers, athletes, style icons, and titans of business and politics of today, Vanity Fair: The Portraits offers an authoritative roster of talent and glamour in the 20th century.
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Customer Rating: Summary: AMAZING BOOK! Comment: Although I purchased this book as a gift, I did get the chance to look through it as well. This is a gorgeous coffee-table book that is a fine addition to anyone's collection. Amazing photographs from the last century. Once you pick it up, it's hard not to look through the entire thing at least once. Fabulous book! Customer Rating: Summary: Memorable Portraits Comment: Great book, i dont give 5 stars only because you always want more...
A must have for any portrait fan or photography lover, it really is a century of iconic images... Customer Rating: Summary: Beautiful! Comment: This is a really beautiful book. I bought it because I went to go see the Vanity Fair exhibit at LACMA. This is a great book for any photography lover or someone who has been a Vanity Fair fan, and it makes a really great gift. It chronicles Vanity Fair portraits of iconic artists, celebrities, and genius minds that have shaped the 20th century. I would greatly recommend it! Customer Rating: Summary: christmas gift Comment: This is a Christmas gift for my sister but it looks awesome from what I have seen. I know she will love it. Customer Rating: Summary: wow, that was quick! Comment: Shipping very quickly and in excellent condition. Best price on the item, too. I'll visit this seller again!