The Photography of Bedford Lemere and Co by Nicholas Cooper

The Photography of Bedford Lemere and Co by Nicholas Cooper

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Bedford Lemere & Co was the pre-eminent English firm of architectural photographers from 1890-1930, a time of extraordinary change and unparalleled optimism. Complemented with an informative introduction and captions by the author, this book will appeal to anyone with an interest in photography, architecture and social history.

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The Photography of Bedford Lemere and Co by Nicholas Cooper

Bedford Lemere & Co was the pre-eminent English firm of architectural photographers during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
'an enthralling depiction of British buildings at a time of technological innovation and exuberant stylistic diversity. . The illustrations have a pin-sharp sparkle that matches the originals.' -- Michael Hall
'This is a beautifully presented introduction to a remarkable photographic archive. The images are sensitively reproduced and the selection illustrates well the company's range during its heyday.' -- Francis Marshall
'an intriguing portrait of a bygone age'
Nicholas Cooper, FSA, FRHist.Soc., formerly of the Royal Commission on Historic Monuments, has written extensively about houses of the 16th/17th and the 19th/20th centuries. He is a member of the Architectural Panel of the National Trust.
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ISBN 13 9781848020610
ISBN 10 1848020619
Title The Photography of Bedford Lemere and Co
Author Nicholas Cooper
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Historic England
Year published 2011-06-01
Number of pages 288
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.