Succulents: Nature's Sculptural Wonders
Turning his exceptional eye to some of nature's most unique creations, acclaimed photographer Bela Kalman has created in Succulents a photographic work that is at once striking, otherworldly, surprising, virtually three-dimensional, and nothing short of spectacular. Every photograph in this dynamic book is set against a rich black background, which captures the many textural, sensual, and sculptural qualities of these unusual plants. The variety is staggering: some look like golf balls lightly dusted with moss, and some resemble an Art Deco skyscraper; some have antlerlike growths, while others could pass for a plate of fresh spinach linguine or a model of a spacecraft from another planet. Their vernacular names are no less colorful: Greater Dumplin', Baby Toes, Mexican Old-Man, Brain Cactus, Tiger Chaps, and Cats Jaw. With an introduction and witty, informative captions by noted succulent authority Steven Hammer, Succulents not only identifies each of the 120 exotic plants within, but also reveals their unique characteristics and intriguing artfulness.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0847823334
ISBN13:9780847823338
Release Date:May 2001
Publisher:Rizzoli International Publications
Length:144 Pages
Weight:1.95 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 9.0" x 9.5"
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
Best close ups of succulents I have ever seen !
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 14 years ago
This book is a wonder in itself. I have bought a copy in South Africa. Now the book is not available anymore. What a pity!!!!!! The photographer did excellent work. The book design is mainly with black background pages, which form the best frames for these exquisite photos. It is a visual feast!!!!!!! The best I have EVER SEEN!!!!!!!
Coffee Table Book of Succulents
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This wasn't exactly the type of book I was looking for (I wanted a "how to" type), but I have to give it five stars for what it is. The photography is amazing! If you know someone who enjoys growing succulents, this would make a great gift.
A True Work of Art
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
There's photography, and then there's art. This book is a work of art. The sleek, simple design perfectly complements the perfect images. Never before have I seen nature captured in a collection as sophisticated as this.
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