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The Unseen Saul Leiter

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A thrilling trove of newly discovered color works from the photographer celebrated for his pioneering painterly vision. Now firmly established as one of the world’s greatest photographers, Saul Leiter (1923–2013) was relatively little known until the 2006 publication of Saul Leiter: Early Color, when he was already in his eighties. Choosing to shoot in color when black and white was the norm, Leiter portrayed midcentury New York’s street life with a gorgeous painterliness that evoked the sensuality of his Abstract Expressionist contemporaries Rothko and Newman. His studio in the East Village, where he lived from 1952 until his death in 2013, is now the home of the Saul Leiter Foundation, which has commenced a full-scale survey of his more than 80,000 works.

This volume contains works discovered through this project—specifically, color photography from slides never before published or seen by the public. It is edited by Margit Erb and Michael Parillo of the Saul Leiter Foundation, and is embellished with texts that describe how Leiter assembled his slide archive and how it is being catalogued and restored.

Saul Leiter was born in Pittsburgh in 1923. He pioneered a painterly approach to color photography in the 1940s and produced covers for fashion magazines such as Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, before largely withdrawing from public attention in the 1980s. The publication of his first collection, Early Color, by Steidl in 2006, inspired an avid “rediscovery” that led to worldwide exhibitions and the release of a documentary, In No Great Hurry: 13 Lessons in Life with Saul Leiter (2014). He died in New York in 2013.

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Introducing the Unseen Saul Leiter Book - a truly remarkable collection of color works from the legendary photographer Saul Leiter. Celebrated for his pioneering visionary style, Leiter's photographs captivate with their unique beauty. While he remained relatively unknown until his eighties, the 2006 publication of Saul Leiter: Early Color catapulted him to global acclaim. Breaking away from the black and white norm, Leiter's photographs showcased midcentury New York's street life with a painterly touch reminiscent of Abstract Expressionist art giants Rothko and Newman.

With over 80,000 works to his name, the Saul Leiter Foundation embarked on an extensive project to uncover hidden treasures. This volume represents some of the stunning color photography from previously unpublished slides, beautifully crafted by Margit Erb and Michael Parillo. The book also provides insights into Leiter's meticulous process of archiving and restoration.

Discover the genius of Saul Leiter, a true pioneer of color photography. From his early days producing covers for iconic fashion magazines like Vogue and Harper's Bazaar to his withdrawal from the public eye in the 1980s, Leiter's influence transcends time and continues to inspire generations. The release of Early Color in 2006 sparked a global "rediscovery" of his genius, prompting exhibitions worldwide and the acclaimed documentary, In No Great Hurry: 13 Lessons in Life with Saul Leiter. Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of one of photography's greatest visionaries.

Experience the beauty that lies within the pages of the Unseen Saul Leiter Book. Order your copy today and embark on a visual journey through Leiter's breathtaking color works that will leave you in awe.

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