As good as they get
Edwin Smith (1912-71) was a photographer of the British heritage. That sounds pretty dry, but once you have seen the work of this architect-painter-photographer, you realize that he really is as good as they get.
His wonderful vision, perfect technique and aesthetic sensibilities are perfectly displayed in this book, published by Merrell and the Royal Institute of British Architects, with monochrome reproductions of the very highest quality.
If high aesthetic sense is your thing, executed at an incomparable level of excellence, this book is for you.
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Good to see a mention of the late great Edwin Smith on your site Thomas, I always knew you had impeccable taste! I get a mention in this book, but they referred to me as ‘Ray’…
Readers interested in learning more about the man may be interested in the section of my site devoted to him.
Comment by Roy — July 4, 2009 @ 2:48 pm
Roy – interesting coincidence. I am a regular reader of your fine blog but somehow missed your piece on him. Thanks for the reference. Your collection of his work is very fine.
Comment by Thomas Pindelski — July 4, 2009 @ 4:07 pm