Newton, Helmut. Sumo. Edited by June Newton. With more than 400 photographic illustrations, some in color, and the original presentation table designed by Philippe Starck. Cologne, Taschen 1999. 464 pp. 51 x 71 cm. Illustrated original cloth binding with illustrated original dust jacket (jacket with slight crease to front cover, foil cover of jacket somewhat detached and with tears to upper capital). First edition. - Numbered copy, signed by Helmut Newton in the printer's note. - Newton's famous photo book, complete with the folding chrome presentation stand by Philippe Starck (75 x 54 x 54 cm), which was specially designed for this monumental photo edition; inscribed "Helmut Newton" on the front, "Starck" on the back. - Very well preserved inside. VAT: *

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