TOKI - Moment (SIGNED first edition)

Ishimoto, Yasuhiro

ISBN 10: 4582277527 / ISBN 13: 9784582277524

Published by Heibonsha, Ltd., 2004

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Tokyo: Heibonsha, 2004. (12 x 10.5 in, 30.7 x 26.5 cm). 214 pp. SIGNED in pencil by the photographer. First edition of this stunning publication. Fine and as new in a like jacket, slipcase and obi. As described in 'Fair to Fine: 20th Century Photography Books That Matter' (Stephen Daiter Gallery, Chicago, 2006): "A rumination on mortality. Ishimoto's footprints in snow, wet leaves on tar, smashed aluminum cans, and blurred street portraits have an amazing dignity, poetry, and strength. His best book since 'Chicago, Chicago (1969)." Foreword by Takashi Tsujii (4 pp. "The Angel's Hut: Time Defined by Light, The Art of Yasuhiro Ishimoto"); Afterword by Shigeru Ishimoto (1 pp. "Life With Yasuhiro Ishimoto") and Yasuhiro Ishimoto (2 pp.). Text in Japanese and English. Blue/grey cloth covered boards blindstamped and stamped in black on both upper panel and spine; photographically illustrated dust jacket; printed card slipcase; printed obi. Designed by Tetsuya Ota. Printed in Japan by Tokyo Inshokan Co., Ltd. A spectacular production that is profusely illustrated with gorgeous reproductions of photographs (including 2 two-page gatefold spreads) by this fascinating and compelling photographer. (please note: Extra charges may apply to ship outside of the U.S. due to the weight of this volume.). Seller Inventory # 2012206

Bibliographic Details

Title: TOKI - Moment (SIGNED first edition)

Publisher: Heibonsha, Ltd.

Publication Date: 2004

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: As New

Dust Jacket Condition: As New

Signed: Signed by Author(s)

Edition: 1st Edition

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Synopsis:

Ishimoto's photographs cover the gamut from dynamic street scenes to quiet still lifes, but an unerring eye for light, composition and subject matter renders the book a seamless parade of rich images.