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Book SynopsisBack 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 Côte 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.
Text in English, German, French, Spanish, and Italian.
Trade Review“Combines Quinn’s 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 Quinn’s 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 1950’s look no further than the new edition of Stars & Cars… A hugely enjoyable journey back to a great era.” - Claire Blow, Black & White Photography
