Distortions by André Kertész, First Edition

Distortions by André Kertész

First Edition, First Printing, 1976

Exceptional Condition

This is a first edition, first printing of Kertész’s critically acclaimed photobook, “Distortions” published by Alfred A. Knopf, New York, in 1976. The book is a celebration of the confluence of surrealism and masterful photography. Containing 120 surreal images of nudes inspired by swimmers moving through water, the images were originally published in 1932 in the Parisian magazine Le Sourire. The photographs in the book, reproduced in gravure, were reprinted from the original glass negatives that had been restored in the early 1970s.

Measuring approximately 11” x 9”, the book is bound in the gray cloth boards with a photographically illustrated dust jacket. The condition of the book is FINE. The unclipped dust jacket is in Near FINE+ condition with a 1” inch tear to the back panel and very minor surface wear. The dust jacket is protected by a mylar covering. Overall, this is an exceptional copy of a highly sought after photobook classic that is rarely found in such wonderful condition.

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