Stars and Cars

(Hardback)

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Back and more gleaming than ever, this new edition of Stars & Cars marks the 100th anniversary of legendary Irish photographer, Edward Quinn. A curation of 150 of Quinn's finest photographs that captures the jet-set glamour and opulent car design of 1950s Cote d'Azur: Picasso and his Hispano-Suiza, Brigitte Bardot in her Lancia, and the Onassis' in their Porsche, amongst others. A lavish ride through midcentury joie de vivre, where celebrities from showbiz, art, and aristocracy ride their classic cars through the golden South of France sunshine. SELLING POINTS: . A gorgeous tribute to the "Golden Fifties" on the French Riviera. . Movie stars, artists, aristocracy, and exquisite vintage cars. . Marking the 100th birthday of Riviera Cocktail photographer, Edward Quinn. 150 duotone photographs

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Combines Quinns passion for bringing out the best in people and also the flamboyance of post-war car design. - The Gloss Magazine (Irish Times)
A lavish ride through mid-century joie de vivre." - Epicurean Life
For fans of mid-century celebrity culture, old-fashioned movie stars and classic cars, this is a fantastic addition to your coffee table. - Amateur Photographer
This sumptuous production features hundreds of images from Quinns archive, all beautifully presented in large format and suitably captioned A wonderfully evocative book of captivating photographs that should prove an equal draw for car enthusiasts and old romantics alike. - Classic & Sports Car Magazine
If you want to immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of the French Riviera in the 1950s look no further than the new edition of Stars & Cars A hugely enjoyable journey back to a great era. - Claire Blow, Black & White Photography