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Slim Aarons: Once Upon A Time (Hardcover)

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Slim Aarons: Once Upon A Time gathers the work of a photographer increasingly heralded for his influence, one who has established his place in the pantheon of great postwar photographers. It was Aarons who perfected, if not invented, the environmental portrait while photographing the international elite in their exclusive playgrounds during the jet-set decades of the '50s, '60s and '70s, carrying out his self-described mission to document attractive people doing attractive things in attractive places.

This luxurious book, Aarons's first in nearly 30 years, is the ultimate insider's view of the lifestyles of the wealthy, privileged and powerful. Presenting Hollywood royalty, European aristocracy, the grande dames of high society, captains of industry, media moguls and statesmen across a vast geography of opulent and glamorous settings, Slim Aarons's photographs, some 250 of which are included here, define the Beautiful People and document a lost era of style, grace and grandeur. Explore more of our photography and coffee table titles in our gift ideas for the bookworm collection.

Why You'll Love It

  • Around 250 iconic photographs of the jet-set decades
  • Documents Hollywood royalty, European aristocracy and high society
  • Aarons's first book in nearly 30 years
  • A striking coffee table statement for photography lovers

Product Details

  • Photography: Slim Aarons, Getty Images
  • Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
  • Format: Hardcover, 240 pages
  • Dimensions: 30.7 x 26.4cm, 3.2cm thick (12.1 x 10.4 x 1.25 inches)

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Is this Slim Aarons's first book in a while?
Yes, Once Upon a Time was his first book in nearly 30 years at the time of publication.

How many photographs are included?
Around 250 photographs spanning Aarons's career documenting the international elite.

Is it a good gift?
Yes, it's a striking gift for photography lovers and anyone drawn to mid-century glamour.

In Short

Slim Aarons: Once Upon a Time is a 240-page hardcover published by Harry N. Abrams, featuring around 250 photographs documenting the jet-set glamour of the '50s, '60s and '70s. Available at Flux Boutique, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand.

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