Sessa Aldo: Gauchos: icons of argentina

In the spirit of Polo: The Nomadic Tribe, Assouline presents a spectacular volume dedicated to gauchos, the magnificent cowboys of the Argentine Pampas. Over several years, renowned Argentine photographer Aldo Sessa traveled Argentina to its farthest reaches, sparing no effort or sacrifice, to follow and record the traces of modern-day gauchos, expert nomadic horsemen who preserve the Argentine tradition. Gauchos: Icons of Argentina captivates with sweeping vistas, fascinating details of traditional clothing and equipment, and compelling portraits of men young and old and their staunch equine workmates.