1 / 7No Place Like Home: Italian Photography since the 1980s
No Place Like Home: Italian Photography since the 1980s surveys Italian photography from the 1980s to the present through images by 42 artists across four generations. The listing describes a 216-page English-language book with 340 images, positioning it as a visual history rather than a general photography manual.
At a glance
- Traces Italian photography from the 1980s to the present.
- Brings together work by 42 artists across four generations, with 340 images.
- The listing frames its history through contrasts including Arte Povera, Neorealism, the New Color movement and the German school.
Reference price: $59.95
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- The breadth of artists and generations supports readers seeking an overview rather than a single-photographer monograph.
- Named contributors include Guido Guidi and Armin Linke, alongside Francesco Neri and Giulia Agostini.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Walther König, Köln |
|---|---|
| Publication date | March 3, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 216 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-3753309231 |
| ISBN-10 | 3753309230 |
| Artists represented | Forty-two artists across four generations chart the history of Italian photography from the 1980s to the present |
|---|---|
| Images | 340 images |
| Featured artists | Guido Guidi, Armin Linke, Francesco Neri and Giulia Agostini |
| Weight listed | 2.15 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 8.66 x 0.79 x 9.06 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers exploring Italian photography from the 1980s onward.
- Photography enthusiasts seeking a multi-artist visual survey.
- Collections focused on contemporary photography and its movements.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for practical photography instruction, since the supplied description presents a historical survey rather than a how-to guide.
- Readers who need a book in a language other than English.
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Frequently asked questions
What period does the book cover?
The listing says it charts Italian photography from the 1980s to the present.
How many artists and images are included?
The description identifies 42 artists across four generations and 340 images.
What language is the book in?
The listing specifies English.
Is this a photography instruction manual?
The supplied description presents it as a historical and visual survey, not an instructional manual.
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