Fifth Avenue

Published in 1947 by Querido, 'La 5th Avenue' is a significant early photobook by renowned photographer Fred Stein. This French edition features an introduction by noted art historian Jan-Albert Goris. The work captures the iconic grandeur of New York City's Fifth Avenue during the post-WWII era, documenting urban life and landmarks from Greenwich Village to Harlem. While the primary text is in French, the itinerary of photographs and individual captions are provided in English. It remains a notable collectible for its historical documentation of Manhattan's architecture and atmosphere through Stein's distinctive lens.