PhotoSaintGermain - Michel Butor, an ultrasensitive portrait

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Michel Butor (1926–2016) makes dialogue between the arts the engine of his creation. Known as a key figure of the Nouveau Roman, his work expands early into the realms of essays and poetry. He practiced photography for a decade (1951–1961) before entrusting the lenses of photographers to help compose artist’s books together. Working with them—as well as with painters and engravers—he achieves…