Herb Ritts: Pictures First Edition Hardcover 1988 Twin Palms

A highly sought-after, beautifully produced first trade edition copy of Pictures by legendary fashion and celebrity photographer Herb Ritts.   Published by Twin Palms Publishers in 1988, this monograph features 78 exquisite, large-format sheet-fed gravure plates showcasing Ritts' iconic, sculptured black-and-white photography style. The cover features the famous image Backflip, Paradise Cove.A foundational addition for collectors of mid-century fine art photography, male form studies, fashion history, and pop culture imagery.  Publisher: Twin Palms Publishers (Stated First Edition, 1988) Format: Large Hardcover (approx. 11 x 14 inches) with cloth binding and tipped-in cover photoCondition:  Great Pre-Owned (With Vintage Aging) Exterior: Shows some natural age toning/fading on the outside white cover area. The cloth binding and tipped-in front photo remain structurally great with no major scuffs. Interior & Edges: Features natural age toning along the inner covers and the outer paper edges. The internal main photo pages and plates remain beautifully clean, crisp, and completely unmarked.Structure: The spine is solid and the binding remains perfectly firm, tight, and intact.