The printed picture

This book explores the evolution of picture-making technology from the Renaissance to the digital age, highlighting the significance of images reproduced in multiple copies. It covers a wide array of pictorial processes, from early woodblocks and engravings to modern photography and digital formats. Author Richard Benson connects how pictures are made to what they signify, offering new insights into their meaning. The text is presented as a series of concise essays, mirroring the engaging style of his renowned Yale University seminars.