Leni Riefenstahl THREE PHOTOS FROM OLYMPIA SCHONHEIT IM OLYMPISCHEN #138787

Description: Three photos from Olympia [Schonheit im Olympischen Kampf] (Three original photographs from the 1938 documentary) Author: Leni Riefenstahl (director, screenwriter) Title: Three photos from Olympia [Schonheit im Olympischen Kampf] (Three original photographs from the 1938 documentary) Publication: New York: Excelsior Pictures, 1938 Description: Three vintage black and white second generation photographs from the groundbreaking 1938 film documenting the 1936 Summer Olympipcs, held in Olympic Stadium in Berlin. Released in two parts, "Olympia: Festival of Nations" and "Olympia: Festival of Beauty." From the archive of Maurice Bessy, with his rubber stamp and light manuscript annotations on the verso. Based on Riefenstahl's photobook from the previous year, "Schonheit im Olympischen Kampf." A rare example where a photobook and a film are equally important as both works of art, and an historical document. Riefenstahl made the book and the film as propaganda for Hitler, and spent a lifetime trying to live down her devotion to him, but this work in particular is so powerful as to stand apart from the reasons for which it was made. Easily the most visceral and important document of The Olympics and the spirit of human physical achievement ever produced. Variously sized between 3.5 x 7 inches and 5 x 6 inches. Fine condition. Seller ID: 138787 Subject: Books into Film, Documentary, Film Still Photographs, German Cinema, Photographs, Sports Royal Books Baltimore, MD Royal Books is located in the midtown area of Baltimore, Maryland. Since 1996, we have specialized in rare books and paper relating to twentieth century literature, genre fiction, the arts, and popular culture, with a particular emphasis on cinema. Terms of Sale All books noted as First Editions are also First Printings unless indicated otherwise. All items are guaranteed to be as described, and may be returned at any time for any reason for a full refund, including return postage if not as described. Shipping & International Customers Shipping within the US is free by USPS Media Mail. Please ask us about faster options and international shipping rates BEFORE placing an order. We are happy to upgrade shipping to Priority Mail or to arrange overseas shipping to many foreign countries upon request. If you are outside the US, and would like a quote for shipping prior to making payment, please go ahead and place your order, but do NOT pay for it. We will send a quote immediately for cheapest shipping (typically First Class). If you would like something other than cheapest shipping, let us know by way of an inquiry.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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Location: Baltimore, Maryland

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