The Shadow Knows

Named after a line in one of Friedlander’s favorite radio programs, The Shadow Knows contains a series of shadow self portraits, continuing Friedlander’s career-long exploration of his own likeness. From the publisher: “Sometimes Friedlander’s shadow is presented as ominous — imposed over another person, sometimes his wife — lending the impression of sneakiness, desire, or possession. Other times it’s playful, draped over a cactus or a pile of rocks, turning the photographer into a cartoon character with exaggerated boy parts. And sometimes he simply makes himself part of a scene, often where you can make out the camera held up to his eye — the photographer’s version of breaking the fourth wall.”

Year: 2020

Binding: Hardcover

Details: Signed

Publisher: SPQR Editions, Brooklyn

Printer: Meridian Printing, East Greenwich, RI

Contents: 110 pages, 101 plates

Dimensions: 11 x 10 inches

ISBN: 1576879623

Condition: Mint