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Picture Post

Periodical
1938 (published)
Place of origin
London (published)

Printed periodical

Object details

Categories
Periodicals
Photographs
Object type
periodical
TitlePicture Post (published title)
Materials and techniques
Printed periodical
Ink
Paper
Printing
Brief description
Periodical, 'Picture Post'. Publisher: London, Hulton Press. December 3 1938.
Physical description
Printed periodical
Dimensions
  • Height: 35cm (Note: Fom NAL catalogue)
Style
20th
Gallery label
Robert Capa (1913–54)
Picture Post Vol. I No. 10
3 December 1938
The photojournalist Robert Capa is best known for his iconic depictions of war. He co-founded the photographer-run agency Magnum Photos, and his pictures were widely disseminated through the illustrated press. The magazine Picture Post, which reported extensively on conflicts around the world from a liberal, anti-Fascist perspective, was published in the UK between 1938 and 1957. Its innovative graphic approach to reportage and dynamic use of photography captured the public’s attention. The magazine’s circulation reached 1.7 million people within six months of its first issue.
Illustrated magazines
NAL: 38041800715880
Other number
OSM BOX 127 - NAL Pressmark
Collection
National Art Library
Library number
38041800715880

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Record createdMarch 6, 2018
Record URL
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