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Yoshitomo Nara - Who snatched the babies? - 2002

An original exhibition catalogue from Yoshitomo Nara’s solo exhibition “Who Snatched the Babies?”, held at the contemporary art center cneai in Chatou, near Paris. This unique publication documents the exhibition held between June and September 2003 and features a collection of Nara’s drawings reproduced in a pure visual format. The book is composed entirely of artwork, with no text included, allowing viewers to experience the artist’s work directly and interpret it freely. The layout and composition were personally directed by Yoshitomo Nara, emphasizing a raw and intimate presentation of his drawings. Highlights: Official exhibition catalogue from cneai (France) Features numerous drawings originally made on scrap paper and envelopes No text – purely visual artistic experience Designed by Yoshitomo Nara himself Highly collectible early 2000s publication Specifications: Artist: Yoshitomo Nara Publisher: cneai, France Year: 2002 Pages: 88 Format: Paperback Size: approx. 32 × 21 × 1 cm Language: English Condition: Brand new Excellent condition A rare and highly collectible catalogue that captures the essence of Nara’s early 2000s artistic expression. - Important Notice Due to the current situation in the Middle East, some shipments may be delayed. Shipments to Portugal are currently suspended and cannot be accepted. -Cancellation Kindly note that cancellations cannot be accepted after payment has been completed. -Storage Conditions This item has been stored in a smoke-free, pet-free, and climate-controlled environment, away from direct sunlight. Please note that minor manufacturing imperfections or initial surface marks may be present. Kindly take this into consideration before placing your bid. - Shipping Shipped within 3 business days via Japan Post. Delivery: approx. 10–20 days (may vary by destination). Secure packaging. Tracking provided. Import duties, VAT, and customs fees are the buyer’s responsibility. Returns due to customs refusal are not accepted. -Returns Returns are handled in accordance with Catawiki’s return policy. Please review the description and photos carefully before bidding. -Important Notice for Shipping to Italy International deliveries to Italy may take longer than to other EU countries due to customs clearance and local postal procedures. For Italy, EMS shipping is used, which results in a higher shipping cost. Even when using EMS, delivery may take approximately 2–6 weeks, and in some cases up to 3–10 weeks or longer. Please note that delays after dispatch are caused by customs and the shipping carrier and are beyond the seller’s control. We kindly ask buyers in Italy to place a bid only if they understand and accept these conditions. - Shipping to the United States Shipping to the United States is currently not available due to Japan Post restrictions. Orders from the U.S. cannot be accepted. - Duties Import duties, VAT, and customs fees are the buyer’s responsibility. For orders under €150, VAT is collected via IOSS. From July 1, 2026, an additional customs duty may apply.

No. 102799815

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Yoshitomo Nara - Who snatched the babies? - 2002

Yoshitomo Nara - Who snatched the babies? - 2002

An original exhibition catalogue from Yoshitomo Nara’s solo exhibition “Who Snatched the Babies?”, held at the contemporary art center cneai in Chatou, near Paris.

This unique publication documents the exhibition held between June and September 2003 and features a collection of Nara’s drawings reproduced in a pure visual format.

The book is composed entirely of artwork, with no text included, allowing viewers to experience the artist’s work directly and interpret it freely. The layout and composition were personally directed by Yoshitomo Nara, emphasizing a raw and intimate presentation of his drawings.

Highlights:

Official exhibition catalogue from cneai (France)
Features numerous drawings originally made on scrap paper and envelopes
No text – purely visual artistic experience
Designed by Yoshitomo Nara himself
Highly collectible early 2000s publication

Specifications:

Artist: Yoshitomo Nara
Publisher: cneai, France
Year: 2002
Pages: 88
Format: Paperback
Size: approx. 32 × 21 × 1 cm
Language: English

Condition:

Brand new
Excellent condition

A rare and highly collectible catalogue that captures the essence of Nara’s early 2000s artistic expression.

- Important Notice
Due to the current situation in the Middle East, some shipments may be delayed.
Shipments to Portugal are currently suspended and cannot be accepted.
-Cancellation
Kindly note that cancellations cannot be accepted after payment has been completed.

-Storage Conditions
This item has been stored in a smoke-free, pet-free, and climate-controlled environment, away from direct sunlight.
Please note that minor manufacturing imperfections or initial surface marks may be present. Kindly take this into consideration before placing your bid.

- Shipping
Shipped within 3 business days via Japan Post.
Delivery: approx. 10–20 days (may vary by destination).
Secure packaging. Tracking provided.
Import duties, VAT, and customs fees are the buyer’s responsibility.
Returns due to customs refusal are not accepted.

-Returns
Returns are handled in accordance with Catawiki’s return policy.
Please review the description and photos carefully before bidding.

-Important Notice for Shipping to Italy
International deliveries to Italy may take longer than to other EU countries due to customs clearance and local postal procedures.
For Italy, EMS shipping is used, which results in a higher shipping cost.
Even when using EMS, delivery may take approximately 2–6 weeks, and in some cases up to 3–10 weeks or longer.
Please note that delays after dispatch are caused by customs and the shipping carrier and are beyond the seller’s control.
We kindly ask buyers in Italy to place a bid only if they understand and accept these conditions.

- Shipping to the United States
Shipping to the United States is currently not available due to Japan Post restrictions.
Orders from the U.S. cannot be accepted.

- Duties
Import duties, VAT, and customs fees are the buyer’s responsibility.
For orders under €150, VAT is collected via IOSS.
From July 1, 2026, an additional customs duty may apply.

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