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La Joie de Vivre by Malick Sidibé, first edition softback photography book, 22 pages, 25 × 19.5 cm, published in 2023 by Loewe Fundación in Spanish and in the original Spanish language, in very good condition.
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Published by the LOEWE FOUNDATION to accompany the 2023 exhibition of the same name, *La Joie de Vivre* is a vibrant tribute to the extraordinary vision of Malick Sidibé, one of the defining figures of twentieth-century African photography. Bringing together a carefully curated selection of photographs from the 1960s and 1970s, the volume celebrates the optimism, energy and cultural transformation that swept through Bamako following Mali's independence.
Known as the "Eye of Bamako," Sidibé documented a generation eager to embrace freedom and modernity. His photographs move effortlessly between bustling dance halls, youthful gatherings along the Niger River and the intimate atmosphere of his celebrated studio portraits. Fashion, music, movement and self-expression become the visual language of a society confidently defining its own identity, where every smile, pose and gesture conveys a profound sense of hope and possibility.
Far beyond its historical significance, *La Joie de Vivre* reveals Sidibé's remarkable ability to create images that feel both spontaneous and timeless. His empathetic approach allowed his subjects to appear relaxed and self-assured, resulting in photographs filled with authenticity, elegance and warmth. The sequencing of the book reinforces this joyful rhythm, immersing the reader in the vitality of a city experiencing an unprecedented cultural awakening.
Beautifully designed as both an exhibition catalogue and a standalone Photography Book, this publication reflects the LOEWE FOUNDATION's commitment to photography as a powerful witness to social change. Richly illustrated and thoughtfully edited, it offers an exceptional introduction to Malick Sidibé's legacy while capturing the infectious optimism that made his work universally admired. *La Joie de Vivre* is an essential volume for anyone interested in African photography, documentary practice and the history of Photobooks.
Seller's Story
Dartbooks is a specialized photography bookshop based in Barcelona, dedicated to photobooks, rare and out-of-print editions, and historically significant publications. With a strong focus on Japanese photography, Dartbooks was founded to provide continuity to a field that requires depth, expertise, and careful curation.
The bookshop was established after the closure of Kowasa, a landmark reference for photography books in Spain. Its disappearance left a clear gap for photographers, collectors, and institutions in need of a space with a serious and knowledgeable approach to the photobook. Dartbooks emerged in response to that need, not as a replacement, but as part of the natural evolution of a cultural ecosystem.
Dartbooks operates with a curatorial mindset, shaped by long-term engagement with photography and book collecting. The project functions as a book hunting platform for collectors, professionals, and libraries worldwide, and also provides advisory support to other bookshops seeking to develop coherent and specialized photography collections.
The catalogue includes new publications, rare and out-of-print titles, monographs, retrospectives, self-published works, signed copies, and editions produced directly by photographers through their own imprints. The selection reflects a sustained commitment to photography as a form of visual narration, where images construct meaning beyond text.
Although rooted in the Gràcia neighbourhood of Barcelona, Dartbooks serves an international audience. Its community includes collectors, professionals, and institutions from France, the United Kingdom, Japan, and beyond, both through the physical space and the online platform.
Dartbooks understands the photobook not merely as an object of consumption, but as a cultural artifact that documents artistic practices, historical contexts, and personal visions. The bookshop functions simultaneously as a place of discovery, an archive in constant growth, and a point of connection between photographers, publishers, and readers.
Published by the LOEWE FOUNDATION to accompany the 2023 exhibition of the same name, *La Joie de Vivre* is a vibrant tribute to the extraordinary vision of Malick Sidibé, one of the defining figures of twentieth-century African photography. Bringing together a carefully curated selection of photographs from the 1960s and 1970s, the volume celebrates the optimism, energy and cultural transformation that swept through Bamako following Mali's independence.
Known as the "Eye of Bamako," Sidibé documented a generation eager to embrace freedom and modernity. His photographs move effortlessly between bustling dance halls, youthful gatherings along the Niger River and the intimate atmosphere of his celebrated studio portraits. Fashion, music, movement and self-expression become the visual language of a society confidently defining its own identity, where every smile, pose and gesture conveys a profound sense of hope and possibility.
Far beyond its historical significance, *La Joie de Vivre* reveals Sidibé's remarkable ability to create images that feel both spontaneous and timeless. His empathetic approach allowed his subjects to appear relaxed and self-assured, resulting in photographs filled with authenticity, elegance and warmth. The sequencing of the book reinforces this joyful rhythm, immersing the reader in the vitality of a city experiencing an unprecedented cultural awakening.
Beautifully designed as both an exhibition catalogue and a standalone Photography Book, this publication reflects the LOEWE FOUNDATION's commitment to photography as a powerful witness to social change. Richly illustrated and thoughtfully edited, it offers an exceptional introduction to Malick Sidibé's legacy while capturing the infectious optimism that made his work universally admired. *La Joie de Vivre* is an essential volume for anyone interested in African photography, documentary practice and the history of Photobooks.
Seller's Story
Dartbooks is a specialized photography bookshop based in Barcelona, dedicated to photobooks, rare and out-of-print editions, and historically significant publications. With a strong focus on Japanese photography, Dartbooks was founded to provide continuity to a field that requires depth, expertise, and careful curation.
The bookshop was established after the closure of Kowasa, a landmark reference for photography books in Spain. Its disappearance left a clear gap for photographers, collectors, and institutions in need of a space with a serious and knowledgeable approach to the photobook. Dartbooks emerged in response to that need, not as a replacement, but as part of the natural evolution of a cultural ecosystem.
Dartbooks operates with a curatorial mindset, shaped by long-term engagement with photography and book collecting. The project functions as a book hunting platform for collectors, professionals, and libraries worldwide, and also provides advisory support to other bookshops seeking to develop coherent and specialized photography collections.
The catalogue includes new publications, rare and out-of-print titles, monographs, retrospectives, self-published works, signed copies, and editions produced directly by photographers through their own imprints. The selection reflects a sustained commitment to photography as a form of visual narration, where images construct meaning beyond text.
Although rooted in the Gràcia neighbourhood of Barcelona, Dartbooks serves an international audience. Its community includes collectors, professionals, and institutions from France, the United Kingdom, Japan, and beyond, both through the physical space and the online platform.
Dartbooks understands the photobook not merely as an object of consumption, but as a cultural artifact that documents artistic practices, historical contexts, and personal visions. The bookshop functions simultaneously as a place of discovery, an archive in constant growth, and a point of connection between photographers, publishers, and readers.
Details
Number of books
1
Subject
Photography
Book title
La Joie de Vivre
Author/ Illustrator
Malick Sidibe
Condition
Very good
Publication year oldest item
2023
Height
25 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
19.5 cm
Language
Spanish
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Loewe Fundación
Binding/ Material
Softback
Number of pages
22
