Karl Blossfeldt. The Complete Published Work. 40th Ed. | Karl Blossfeldt: The Complete Published Work

Karl Blossfeldt: The Complete Published Work

Karl Blossfeldt. 2024

Overview

German photography pioneer Karl Blossfeldt (1865–1932) captured plants with remarkable originality, elevating his work beyond the medium itself. Over three decades, his thousands of photographs revealed a rigorously formal talent. Blossfeldt's precision and dedication bridged 19th- and 20th-century image-making, lending a sculptural quality to two-dimensional art.

Composed starkly against plain backgrounds and illuminated by northern light for volume, his images are final, piercing statements on their subjects. They endure due to their aesthetic power and the continued fascination they hold for students and photographers.

Who it's for

• Photography enthusiasts interested in botanical studies.
• Art students and historians exploring early 20th-century photographic techniques.
• Collectors of fine art photography books.

Key features

• Hardback binding
• 512 pages
• ISBN: 9783836598514
• Published by Taschen
• 2024 edition
• Dimensions: 226x164 mm