Dive into ‘Fabulous Forgotten Collections’ and explore rediscovered automotive treasures, from Ferraris to Talbot Lago, witnesses to a bygone era.
100,00 €
492 in stock (can be backordered)
Free delivery in mainland France and Colissimo prices for the rest of the world.
DESCRIPTION
“Fabulous Forgotten Collections” explores forgotten automotive treasures, blending Urbex and automotive reporting. These secret collections amaze enthusiasts of beautiful coachwork. Among the discoveries are a Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder, once owned by Alain Delon, untraceable for forty years. Also included are Delahayes bodied by Chapron, Talbot Lago T26s signed by Saoutchik, and even Renaults and Citroëns from the 1920s abandoned in fields.
These forgotten speedsters, covered in rust and lichen, have captivated enthusiasts worldwide. In 2015, the Baillon collection, “a lifetime’s work”, was auctioned for over 25 million euros by Artcurial. Christian Martin immortalizes these mechanical wonders and brings them back to life through striking photographs.
“Fabulous Forgotten Collections” celebrates art and mechanics through these unique discoveries. This book invites you to dive into a captivating world, where each vehicle tells a story. Explore these sleeping beauties that continue to fascinate and inspire admiration.
RETURNS, SHIPPING & EXCHANGES
Returns accepted only for exchange or credit within 14 days of delivery.
No refunds will be made. In case of error in the content of the order or if it arrives damaged, an exchange will be offered.
Items must be returned in their original, undamaged protective packaging to the original place of purchase.
about the author
Christian Martin, born on December 17, 1954, graduated from the French Institute of Photography in 1972. After assisting at Studio Carnot, he began selling paintings in Place du Tertre and in the USA.
In 1979, he became Francis Giacobetti’s assistant and collaborated with Lui magazine starting in 1980, where he took charge of the automotive section. He has worked with magazines such as Elle, Auto Journal, Newlook, VSD, L’Équipe Mag, Gala, Vélo Mag, Jeune & Jolie, Sport Auto, Auto Plus, Automobiles Classiques, Rétroviseur, Auto-Rétro…
He also worked for manufacturers such as Peugeot-Citroën, Audi, Opel, and BMW. Christian Martin is the author of about ten books dedicated to his passion for
automobiles.
FABULOUS FORGOTTEN COLLECTIONS
Dive into ‘Fabulous Forgotten Collections’ and explore rediscovered automotive treasures, from Ferraris to Talbot Lago, witnesses to a bygone era.
100,00 €
492 in stock (can be backordered)
Free delivery in mainland France and Colissimo prices for the rest of the world.
DESCRIPTION
“Fabulous Forgotten Collections” explores forgotten automotive treasures, blending Urbex and automotive reporting. These secret collections amaze enthusiasts of beautiful coachwork. Among the discoveries are a Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder, once owned by Alain Delon, untraceable for forty years. Also included are Delahayes bodied by Chapron, Talbot Lago T26s signed by Saoutchik, and even Renaults and Citroëns from the 1920s abandoned in fields.
These forgotten speedsters, covered in rust and lichen, have captivated enthusiasts worldwide. In 2015, the Baillon collection, “a lifetime’s work”, was auctioned for over 25 million euros by Artcurial. Christian Martin immortalizes these mechanical wonders and brings them back to life through striking photographs.
“Fabulous Forgotten Collections” celebrates art and mechanics through these unique discoveries. This book invites you to dive into a captivating world, where each vehicle tells a story. Explore these sleeping beauties that continue to fascinate and inspire admiration.
RETURNS, SHIPPING & EXCHANGES
Returns accepted only for exchange or credit within 14 days of delivery.
No refunds will be made. In case of error in the content of the order or if it arrives damaged, an exchange will be offered.
Items must be returned in their original, undamaged protective packaging to the original place of purchase.
about the author
Christian Martin, born on December 17, 1954, graduated from the French Institute of Photography in 1972. After assisting at Studio Carnot, he began selling paintings in Place du Tertre and in the USA.
In 1979, he became Francis Giacobetti’s assistant and collaborated with Lui magazine starting in 1980, where he took charge of the automotive section. He has worked with magazines such as Elle, Auto Journal, Newlook, VSD, L’Équipe Mag, Gala, Vélo Mag, Jeune & Jolie, Sport Auto, Auto Plus, Automobiles Classiques, Rétroviseur, Auto-Rétro…
He also worked for manufacturers such as Peugeot-Citroën, Audi, Opel, and BMW. Christian Martin is the author of about ten books dedicated to his passion for
automobiles.
IN THIS MEMORIAL BOOK, CHRISTIAN MARTIN, THE MICHEL-ANGEL OF MECHANICAL BEAUTIES, BRINGS SLEEPING BEAUTIES BACK TO LIFE.
pages
308 pages
illustrations
Over 250 photos
Author(s)
Christian Martin
Language(s)
French and English
EXIT DATE
November 2024
dimension
25 cm x H 33 cm x D 4 cm
weight
3 kg
materials
200 g mat coated paper - Linen woven cover, hot foil stamping, embossed printing
ISBN
978-2-487507-00-5
