Elvis shows a lot of emotion in the photographs and they are inspiring. Oct 04, 2010 alfred wertheimer s photographs of elvis presley are a national treasure. Upandcoming photographer alfred wertheimer american, 1929 was asked by presleys new label, rca victor, to photograph the hillbilly cat rising star from mississippi. They are a unique visual record of the most exciting and influential performer of our time. Alfred wertheimer shares photographs of elvis from his new book. Wertheimer was 26 in in 1956 when he was assigned to photograph presley. The making of elvis, behind the scenes hardcover book by chris murray editor, alfred wertheimer photographer, robert santelli contributor will be released in june. Not surprisingly, the narrative element of elvis at 21.
In the summer of 1956, a 21yearold elvis presley, already inciting libidinous mayhem from kansas city to jacksonville, impishly touched tongues with a young. New york to memphis is likely to be overshadowed by the books achingly haunting visuals. Alfred wertheimer photographer limited edition prints for sale. Collectors limited edition hand signed by alfred wertheimer new and unread elvis who. In 1956, a twentyoneyearold elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable career. Join eins nigel patterson as he explores the absolutely stunning visual feasts this book has to offer. It was the year elvis released his first record, made his first tv appearance, and more and it offers a definitive visual portrait unavailable elsewhere. Though wertheimer created some of the most iconic images of elvis. With unimpeded access to the young performer, wertheimer was able to. Elvis at 21 new york to memphis was the standout book of its type in 2006 and one of the best elvis book releases in many years. His work has appeared in publications including life, paris match and rolling stone. Alfred wertheimer in 2008, holding one of his most famous shots, a photo of elvis presley kissing a woman backstage. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected.
He took publicity shots of celebrities in the 1950s, including lena horne, perry como, classical pianist artur rubinstein, and elvis presley. Wertheimer s photographs, which first gained national attention after elvis presley died on august 16, 1977, capture the metamorphosis of pop music and the cultural transformation of america. Elvis presley in the prime of his life and the beginning of his career, as captured in this fascinating flyonthewall account by photographer alfred wertheimer, which leaves us feeling like hysterical girls circa 1956. Oct 27, 2014 in 1956, freelance photographer alfred wertheimer was assigned to photograph a 21yearold singer who rca was promoting. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll by alfred wertheimer. Oct 21, 2014 alfred wertheimer, the photographer who captured elvis presley on the precipice of lifechanging fame in a series of remarkably intimate blackandwhite photos, died on sunday at the age of 84. For maximum benefit i suggest you ensure you have both books. I really like the quotation from robert caga,if your pictures are boring,it means youre not close enough. Love this photo book, great images of young elvis made by alfred wertheimer. Alfred wertheimer s pictures appear in both fresh 50s color and stunning black and white photography. He served two years in the army before launching his photography career.
In the course of his oneday assignment for rca, wertheimer was struck by the stunningly photogenic performer and. He graduated from the cooper union in new york in 1951. Elvis presley at 21 wertheimer limited edition book. Elvis 1956 by alfred wertheimer 1783050489 the fast for. For a new generation of elvis fans, the book provides an inexpensive edition of wertheimers memorable photos with spectacular tritone printing of the kings sensational impact in 1956 on the emerging popularity of rock and roll. Elvis presley was just 21 years old in 1956 and on the brink of stardom when alfred wertheimer was asked to follow the artist around and take as. Photographer alfred wertheimer was a special guest at this years elvis week conversations on elvis. Elvis 1956 by photojournalist alfred wertheimer will be released in november. In 1956, a twentyoneyearold elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career and photographer alfred wertheimer was asked by presleys new label, rca victor, to photograph the rising. When rca victor asked him to photograph elvis in 1956, wertheimer turned the assignment into a unique opportunity.
The early years by alfred wertheimer, 9783940004840, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Nov 09, 2010 how photographer alfred wertheimer captured elvis presleys kiss i think most of the time elvis didnt even know i was taking photographs, said the photographer, who died in 2014. Elvis at 21 alfred wertheimer exhibition 20 an ein. Elvis at 21 alfred wertheimer photographer 1956 youtube.
Alfred wertheimer elvis and the birth of rock and roll taschen. The embarkation press conference, brooklyn army terminal, uss randall, september 22, 1958, frontis. Elvis presley in the prime of his life and the beginning of his career, as captured in this fascinating flyonthewall account by photographer alfred wertheimer, which leaves us. Many of the pictures have not been in print before and there are even rare colour pictures, this is the real elvis, well done alfred. Wertheimer had close access to elvis throughout the recording process, and was able to capture private moments in the studio and on stage. Funnily enough the pictures here go better with the text of wertheimers 1979 book elvis 56 in the beginning, than they do with elvis one on one. Among his most famous shots was the kiss, a photo of elvis nuzzling a woman fan backstage. The following snippet mentions my article which was the one i wrote for elvis the magazine al wertheimer 7 days with elvis, 4,000 photographs, 50 years ago. Oct 22, 2014 famed elvis presley photographer alfred wertheimer has died at the age of 85. A king in the making by wertheimer, alfred, guralnick, peter isbn. Elvis presley with steve allen by alfred wertheimer, 1956 alfred wertheimer is known for his photographs of the upcoming elvis presley, taken in 1956 when elvis was only 21 years old. For a new generation of elvis fans, the book provides an inexpensive edition of wertheimers memorable photos with spectacular tritone printing of the kings.
Elvis presley photographer alfred wertheimer reveals the kiss mystery girl. Elvis 1956 by alfred wertheimer goodreads share book. Alfred wertheimer was born in germany in 1930, in the spring of 1956, a series of commercial assignments for rca records led to a shoot of a newly signed singer named. He is cocurator of the smithsonian institutions exhibition elvis at 21 and is the author or editor of over a dozen books. Find the latest shows, biography, and artworks for sale by alfred wertheimer. Westheimer invites us in as he shares his experiences in words and photos. In 1956, a twentyoneyearold singer named elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable career. Alfred wertheimers photographs of elvis presley are unique visual recorsd of the most exciting and influential performer of our time. View past sale prices in our auction archives, and any works for sale. And finally, wertheimer s magnificent photographs have been released in a way which does them proper justice. Little did wertheimer know that this would be the job of his life.
Although that are not too many unpublished wertheimer photographs in this book, what there are helps make this a worthwhile purchase. Limited to 1,956 numbered copies and signed by alfred wertheimer. In 1956, a twentyone year old elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career and photographer alfred wertheimer was asked by presley new recording label, rca victor, to photograph the rising star. A foreword by noted elvis biographer, peter guralnick, and an introduction by chris murphy, nicely complement wertheimer s own written opening to each section. In 1956, a twentyoneyearold elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career. A king in the making, the latest photojournal from wertheimer is the standout book of its type in 2007 and one of the best elvis book releases in many years. Alfred wertheimer, germany 19292014 elvis at the warwick 1956, signed lower right, numbered lower left 26950. Alfred wertheimer photography for sale value guide. Oct 25, 2014 alfred wertheimer in 2008, holding one of his most famous shots, a photo of elvis presley kissing a woman backstage. It didnt take long for him and the world to find out.
Elvis presleys first single topped the pop charts in 1956. In 1956, a photographer named alfred wertheimer had the opportunity to follow a young elvis presley as he jumped from one stage to the next. Alfred wertheimer has 17 books on goodreads with 235 ratings. Elvis 1956 by alfred wertheimer 2009, hardcover for sale. He took an early interest in architecture and design, which led him to cooper union, from which he graduated in 1951. See more ideas about elvis presley, young elvis and elvis presley photos. Elvis at 21 is a collection of photographs by alfred wertheimer, who happened to be in the right place at the right time. Alfred wertheimer, then a young freelance photojournalist, was there to document the extraordinary transition. See more ideas about elvis presley, young elvis and rock and roll. Extraordinary in its intimacy and scope, alfred wertheimers elvis presley portfolio immortalized the singer on the brink of superstardom. Elvis 1956 vividly captures the year elvis meteorically rose from obscurity to superstardom featuring alfred wertheimers iconic photographs of elvis some neverbefore published or rarely seen and his recollections. Elvis at 21 limited edition by alfred wertheimer in 1956, a twentyoneyearold elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career. Taken 50 years ago, wertheimers photographs document a 21 yearold elvis at the pivotal moment of his explosive entrance into the cultural landscape. Elvis both famous pictures and some that have never before been published.
Wertheimers photos of elvis have now appeared in countless books, calendars, watches, posters, and gallery prints. Alfred wertheimer began his career in 1951, publishing his work in such magazines as life and paris match. A lot of people feel that i captured more of the essence of elvis than anyone else, wertheimer said in 2011. Elvis presley photographer alfred wertheimer dead at 85. With unimpeded access to the young performer, wertheimer. Alfred wertheimer alfred wertheimer, elvis, art edition a. When alfred wertheimer received a call to photograph a young rca recording artist in 1956, he asked, who is elvis presley. As stated in the book, elvis is photographed as a regular citizen, probably for the last time in his life. Elvis 56 in the beginning by alfred wertheimer soft cover.
Interview with photographer alfred wertheimer elvis interviews. Alfred wertheimer, photographer of the young elvis presley. Wertheimers collection of elvis photos from those few months in 1956 is a gift that just keeps on giving. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll, the most recent compendium of wertheimers elvis images, about half of the photos in the 400page volume were being published for the first time. Alfred wertheimer 19292014 was born in germany, emigrated to america and settled in brooklyn as a young boy. Alfred wertheimer s most popular book is elvis at 21. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll by chris murray, alfred wertheimer, robert santelli. Funnily enough the pictures here go better with the text of wertheimer s 1979 book elvis 56 in the beginning, than they do with elvis one on one. He received his first camera as a gift from his older brother. Elvis presley photographer alfred wertheimer reveals the. Alfred wertheimer is a new yorkbased photographer, best known for his photographs of elvis taken in 1956. This book is a massive 359 pages, even if you own other books by alfred wertheimer i would recommend this one. In the beginning an intimate, eyewitness photojournal by gregory martinelli, alfred wertheimer and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. How photographer alfred wertheimer captured elvis presleys.
After these photos were taken, no photographer ever again had the access to elvis that wertheimer enjoyed. Hand written on back elvis presley enters the warwick hotel after finishing rehearsal for dorsey brothers stage show, signed by wertheimer. Elvis book by alfred wertheimer, chris murray, peter. Al wertheimer tells norman reedus and mark seliger about how he got his start as a photographer when rcas ann fulchino introduced him to elvis. Alfred wertheimer s stunning photographs, collected in this book for the first time, show elvis in 1956, at the turning point of his career. Oct 17, 2017 elvis both famous pictures and some that have never before been published. What we have here are images of the man who fell to earth. Join facebook to connect with alfred wertheimer and others you may know. Elvis 56 in the beginning by alfred wertheimer abebooks.
More than three decades after his death, elvis remains a significant presence in worldwide popular culture. Wertheimer did a good job with compositions and tried to get as close to elvis as possible. These photos were taken by alfred wertheimer and are published in a book, elvis 1956, which was published to mark the occasion of the smithsonians elvis at 21 exhibition. Alfred wertheimer, a young new york photojournalist, was asked by elvis s new label, rca victor, to photograph their new artist. In 1956, a twentyoneyearold elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career and photographer alfred wertheimer was asked by presleys new label, rca victor, to photograph the rising star. Alfred wertheimer and his amazing elvis presley photos. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Elvis presley 20 alfred wertheimer courtesy taschen. Alfred wertheimer, the photographer who captured elvis presley on the. Alfred wertheimer was born in germany in 1930, came to america and settled in brooklyn as a young boy. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll image 2 alfred wertheimer.
Now available as a taschen standard edition, elvis and the birth of rock and roll collects wertheimer s most remarkable elvis shots from that magical year, along with a selection of his historic 1958 pictures of the star being shipped off to an army base in germany. With amazing unimpeded access to the young performer, wertheimer was able to capture the unguarded and everyday moments in elvis life during that crucial year, one. Apr 17, 2012 although that are not too many unpublished wertheimer photographs in this book, what there are helps make this a worthwhile purchase. Photographer alfred wertheimer followed elvis presley around with a camera before the king of rock and roll became famous and one of the. Apart from elvis own recordings from this period, wertheimer s photographs are the most compelling vintage document of elvis in 1956. In the march 20 taschen release of alfred wertheimer. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll image 1 alfred wertheimer. Now available as a standard taschen edition, this collection brings together over 300 photographs of elvis from the legendary portfolio of alfred wertheimer. In the spring of 1956, a series of commercial assignments for rca records led to a shoot of a newly signed singer named elvis presley. Wertheimer described a few of those moments he spent with elvis back in 1956 to the crowd but of course the main topic of discussion was the recent discovery and confirmation of the woman belonging to the famous elvis kiss photograph. To help keep our communities safe, all our retail locations are temporarily closed until further notice. Elvis will never be photographed or documented in such a manner in his life time. It was elvis presley, a name the 26yearold wertheimer did not recognize when he trekked down to new york citys studio 50 later to be named the ed sullivan theater to photograph presleys appearance on tommy dorsey and jimmy dorseys stage show.
Elvis presley 1956 by alfred wertheimer sad mans tongue. Elvis 1956 offers black and white photos by alfred wertheimer taken during the year elvis turned 21, and offer a fine visual record of a defining time for rock and roll. They show elvis presley the performer, the poser, and the seducer, as well as raw and intimate moments of the musician caught unawares, in transit or lost in thought. In 1956, a twentyoneyearold elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career and photographer alfred wertheimer was asked by presleys new label, rca victor, to photograph. Elvis at 21 limited edition book by alfred wertheimer.
Alfred wertheimer elvis 1956 an ein spotlight elvis. Save a want list to be notified of new items for sale, or request a free auction evaluation when you want to sell your artwork. The photos are all black and white and capture elvis before any of the real craziness began. He could still walk the streets unrecognized, and, because of this, alfred wertheimer got the opportunity to shoot reams of film of elvis both on stage and off in the last remaining months before elvis life would change forever.
Het boek is werkelijk prachtig uitgevoerd, mooi verzorgd op dik papier. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll image 3 alfred wertheimer. Elvis at 21 limited edition book by alfred wertheimer official. Shop amongst our popular books, including 4, elvis, alfred wertheimer and more from alfred wertheimer. Alfred wertheimers last book, elvis at twentyone, contained a foreward by noted elvis biographer peter guralnick. May 15, 2015 now available as a taschen standard edition, elvis and the birth of rock and roll collects wertheimers most remarkable elvis shots from that magical year, along with a selection of his historic 1958 pictures of the star being shipped off to an army base in germany.
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