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Noted 19th-century Photo Dealer and Expert Robert Hershkowitz Passes away

Robert Hershkowitz, one of the most preeminent and knowledgeable 19th-century photography dealers and scholars, passed away on Friday, March 27th at the age of 81.

Originally from New York, he and…

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Photogravure: Stunning and Permanent

To make a photogravure, a photograph is engraved on a copper plate, which is then inked. A moistened sheet of paper is placed on the plate. Then plate and paper…

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Art of Eating Well in Paris

After hearing about several bad experiences in French restaurants from friends and having numerous people ask me about good places to eat at in Paris, I decided to put together…

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