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Robert Mapplethorpe: Almodvar's Gaze,Used
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Taking as its point of departure the meeting of two artists at a tumultuous moment in the 1980s, Almodovars Gaze explores how the photographic and filmmaking lens can fruitfully overlap. American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe (19461989) and Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodvar (born 1949) first met in Madrid in 1984, when the photographer was there on a visit occasioned by his first exhibition in the city. Mapplethorpe was already an accomplished artist, 38 years old and sure of himself and his sensibility. Pedro Almodvar was a wellknown filmmaker in the Spanish underground, and the bestknown international representative of the Madridbased countercultural Movida movement that arose after General Francos death in 1975. Mapplethorpe and Almodvar had gone out partying in Madrid, which at the time was particularly receptive to young artists closer to the underground than to the establishment. The later impact that Mapplethorpes retrospective exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art had on Almodvar in 1987 was tremendous. This intimate arrangement of Mapplethorpes seductive and powerful images was carefully selected by Almodvar from over 1,700 of Mapplethorpes photographs.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures nine point three inches in length, zero point six inches in width, and eleven point three inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains seventy pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Robert Mapplethorpe.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: This book falls under the category of Erotic Photography.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book like any other; simply open it and start enjoying the content.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: No, this book contains adult themes and is categorized as Erotic Photography.
- Q: Can I display this book on my coffee table? A: Yes, the visually striking images make it an excellent choice for display.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store the book upright on a shelf or flat to avoid bending the cover or pages.
- Q: What care does this book require? A: Keep the book in a dry place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight to preserve its condition.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: Contact the seller immediately to initiate a return or exchange for a damaged book.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: Generally, books do not come with a warranty, but check with the seller for their return policy.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for photographers? A: Yes, this book showcases the work of Robert Mapplethorpe and could inspire photographers.
- Q: How does this book compare to other photography books? A: This book uniquely combines photography and film, highlighting the work of both Mapplethorpe and Almodóvar.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition' and may show some signs of wear.