Phillip Lopate Reviews Rudy Burckhardt Photography Book and Exhibition in New York
A book review by Phillip Lopate examines the 2004 publication "Rudy Burckhardt" featuring an essay by Vincent Katz. The Abrams-published volume spans 224 pages with a price of $65. Concurrently, an exhibition titled "Rudy Burckhardt: Selected Photographs" was on view through September 11, 2004 at a gallery located at 724 Fifth Avenue at 57th Street in New York City. The review highlights Burckhardt's distinctive approach to capturing New York City's essence, noting his unique perspective among the city's notable photographers. Lopate emphasizes the photographer's ability to convey a particular sense of place through his work. The exhibition provided a visual complement to the book's critical examination of Burckhardt's photographic legacy. Contact information for the gallery (212 262 5050) was included in the original announcement. Both the publication and exhibition focused on Burckhardt's contributions to photographic documentation of urban environments.
Key facts
- Phillip Lopate wrote a book review about Rudy Burckhardt
- The book "Rudy Burckhardt" was published in 2004 by Abrams
- The book includes an essay by Vincent Katz
- The book is 224 pages long and costs $65
- A concurrent exhibition "Rudy Burckhardt: Selected Photographs" ran through September 11, 2004
- The exhibition was located at 724 Fifth Avenue at 57th Street in New York City
- The gallery contact number was 212 262 5050
- Burckhardt is noted for his unique perspective on New York City photography
Entities
Artists
- Rudy Burckhardt
- Phillip Lopate
- Vincent Katz
Institutions
- Abrams
- artcritical
Locations
- New York City
- United States
- 724 Fifth Avenue
- 57th Street