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This fascinating view of lunar imagery explores visual representations of the moon from the dawn of photography to the presentCelebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission, Apollos Muse honors the rich history of photographic representations of the moon, from rarely seen early daguerreotypes to contemporary video art. Engaging and accessible, the book explores how photographers captured this celestial bodyand how the images have in turn inspired artists, writers, and scientists.The books wideranging focus includes extraordinary reproductions of the first successful series of lunar daguerreotypes by the American photographer John Adams Whipple, along with film stills from Voyage dans la Lune (1902) by Georges Mlis; American paper moon studio portraits; images from the Apollo mission; and works by contemporary artists, including Vija Celmins, Roy Lichtenstein, Aleksandra Mir, Vik Muniz, Nam June Paik, and Robert Rauschenberg. Related prints, drawings, paintings, and astronomical instruments explore artists fascination with the moon, as an object of both art and science. A foreword by actor Tom Hanks, star of the awardwinning 1995 film Apollo 13, outlines the importance of lunar images to art and cinema, reinforcing the universal fascination with representations of the cosmos.Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Distributed by Yale University PressExhibition Schedule:The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York(07/01/1909/22/19)
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I bought 'The Moon in the Age of Photography' for my husband, who is obsessed with astronomy. He loved it! The variety of images and the informative text make it a great addition to his collection. The hardcover feels really sturdy too. Great gift!
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Sofia Chang
A visual treat for moon enthusiasts
I bought 'The Moon in the Age of Photography' for my husband, who is obsessed with astronomy. He loved it! The variety of images and the informative text make it a great addition to his collection. The hardcover feels really sturdy too. Great gift!
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Sofia Chang
A visual treat for moon enthusiasts
I bought 'The Moon in the Age of Photography' for my husband, who is obsessed with astronomy. He loved it! The variety of images and the informative text make it a great addition to his collection. The hardcover feels really sturdy too. Great gift!
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Jamal Reddy
Beautiful but a bit pricey
While I think the content of this book is incredible, I did feel the price was a little steep for what it is. The quality of the prints is great, and it’s nice to have a collection like this. Just wished it was a bit more affordable for everyone!
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Jamal Reddy
Beautiful but a bit pricey
While I think the content of this book is incredible, I did feel the price was a little steep for what it is. The quality of the prints is great, and it’s nice to have a collection like this. Just wished it was a bit more affordable for everyone!
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