Negatives from the Trash: Martin Wágner’s new book brings forgotten images to life

Photo: Martin Wágner / 400ASA

Over the years, Czech photographer Martin Wágner has taken on a fascinating mission: rescuing discarded photographic negatives and giving them a second life. His efforts have drawn thousands of followers to his Facebook page, Negatives from the Trash. A selection of these images has now been published in a book of the same name.

The book, Negatives from the Trash 1900–1945, features over 200 unique photographs from the early 20th century and was released earlier this month.

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Author: Ruth Fraňková