**Ryudai Takano – 1993–1996 – Signed & Numbered (No.055/700)** This volume contains works created during Ryudai Takano's formative years between 1993 and 1996. Among them, his early landmark series **"ca.ra.ma.ru."** ("to become entangled") captures moments in which nude bodies intertwine through free, unstructured movement. Rather than presenting the nude as an erotic subject, the series quietly explores themes of human relationships, human existence, gender, and sexuality through the body itself. These photographs already embody the essential themes that would later define Takano's artistic career. The book features a restrained design and a striking red cloth binding, allowing the photographs themselves to take center stage. This copy is signed by Ryudai Takano and numbered **No.055**. ** Ryudai Takano (born in Fukui Prefecture in 1963) began exhibiting his work in 1994. In 2006, he received the 31st Kimura Ihei Award for his photobook *IN MY ROOM* (Sokyusha), establishing himself as one of Japan's leading contemporary photographers. ■ Details - Title:Ryudai Takano – 1993–1996 (鷹野隆大 一九九三–一九九六) - Publisher: Sokyusha - Year: 2006 - Edition: Limited to 700 copies - Dimensions: 21 × 19.4 cm - Binding: Hardcover - Pages: 76 - Language: Japanese / English ■ Condition: Good There is minor wear to the corners of the cover. The interior pages are clean, with no stains, creases, or other notable damage. Please refer to the photographs for the detailed condition. Please note that while the photographs have been taken as accurately as possible, the actual item may appear slightly different in color due to lighting conditions or screen settings. Import duties, taxes, VAT, and other fees are not included in the product price or shipping cost. These charges are the responsibility of the purchaser. Customs or your local delivery company may contact you by phone or email for clearance procedures. Please ensure that you are able to respond. If you are unable to do so, the package may be returned, and reshipping will require additional time and cost. Thank you for your cooperation.