Robert Mapplethorpe Altars, 1st Edition

1995, 1st edition. "This book is large format and comes supplied with a strong slipcase which protects the book and dust jacket from damage.
The photographs themselves are extremely well presented, many in color or with color surrounds or mounts. The range moves from formal portraits to some sex images to self-portraits to flowers and a couple of excellent still-life pieces. The book is simply sumptuous in its feel.
Most of this work is definitely towards the 'art' end of this photographer's spectrum. There is a very useful list of plates at the rear of the book with full details of the date, subject, photograph size, etc.
There is also a rather meandering essay by Edmund White which can safely be ignored if do not enjoy pompous and meaningless drivel.
A superb addition to the bookshelf of any Mapplethorpe fan, or indeed any lover of art photography." Approx. 12x12 inches, in fine 'as new' condition.

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