Gernsheim Helmut

About Helmut Gernsheim

Birth

1913

Death

1995

First book

1928

Years writing

67

Helmut Erich Robert Kuno Gernsheim was a historian of photography, a collector and a photographer.

Helmut Gernsheim was a prominent photographer and art historian of German origin and British nationality.

His most recognized work, A concise history of photography, is a fundamental reference for understanding the evolution of this art.

Throughout his prolific career, he published a total of 39 works dedicated to the study and practice of photography.

Born in Munich in 1913, he dedicated his life to documenting the history and technique of artistic photography.

His legacy remains a key piece for understanding the visual history of the 20th century.