History Of Photography, A. From 1839 To The Present

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Discover the fascinating journey of photography through the lens of George Eastman's legacy and the world-renowned George Eastman House collection.

An extraordinary visual history showcasing the evolution of photography from its beginnings to the present day.

George Eastman's story is a classic American success tale, rising from a delivery boy to a pivotal figure in both industry and photographic innovation as the founder of Kodak.

After Eastman passed away in 1932, he bequeathed his home to the University of Rochester. Since 1949, this location has served as an international museum dedicated to photography and film, now housing the largest collection of its kind worldwide.

The collection boasts over 400,000 images and negatives, featuring works by legendary photographers such as Alfred Stieglitz, Edward Steichen, and Ansel Adams.

In addition to photographic treasures, the George Eastman House holds:

• 23,000 cinema films
• Five million film stills
• A significant silent film archive
• Technical equipment related to photography and film
• A library containing 40,000 books on the subjects

This museum is a vital destination for researchers, photographers, and collectors from around the globe. This volume presents a curated selection of the most striking images from the collection, arranged chronologically to provide a unique and comprehensive overview of photographic history.

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