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Balenciaga – Kublin: A Fashion Record documents photographer Tom Kublin’s creative collaboration with Cristóbal Balenciaga. Its photographs and film stills cover the couture house’s 1950s and 1960s work, alongside biographical and contextual writing.
At a glance
- Features more than 140 photographs and film stills by Tom Kublin, spanning Balenciaga couture in the 1950s and 1960s.
- Includes exclusive film footage of Balenciaga at work, according to the listing.
- Written contributions include a biography, a foreword, a museum perspective and recollections from people who worked with Kublin.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Brings Kublin’s fashion photography and his working relationship with Cristóbal Balenciaga together in one volume.
- Pairs visual material with biographical and first-hand industry context.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Thames and Hudson Ltd |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 26 Sept. 2024 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 194 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 050002653X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0500026533 |
| Dimensions | 24.13 x 2.03 x 31.5 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.05 kg |
Who is it for?
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Frequently asked questions
What does the book cover?
It documents Tom Kublin’s photography and film work connected with Cristóbal Balenciaga, including couture images from the 1950s and 1960s and writing about Kublin’s career.
What additional writing is included?
The listing describes a foreword, a biography, a contribution from the head of the Cristóbal Balenciaga Museum, an interview with model Katinka Bleeker and recollections from other fashion-industry figures.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 194 pages.
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