Ruiko Yoshida - Harlem: Black Angels - 1974





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Harlem: Black Angels is a 1974 first edition Japanese photobook by Ruiko Yoshida, published by Kodansha, 111 pages, containing black-and-white photographs documenting Harlem.
Description from the seller
◆About this Item◆
This is a Japanese photobook titled “Harlem: Black Angels.”
The cover shows the English title “HARLEM: BLACK ANGELS” and the Japanese title “Harlem / Black Angels.” The cover also credits photos by Ruiko Yoshida and text by Hajime Kijima. The publication page shows that the book was published by Kodansha Ltd. in 1974, with a second printing dated April 30, 1974.
The book contains black-and-white photographs and accompanying text. The photographed pages show documentary-style images related to Harlem, New York.
◆History / Collector Appeal◆
This photobook presents a Japanese photographer’s documentary view of Harlem in the 1970s. The monochrome images, period design, and bilingual elements on the cover give the book a strong visual and historical character.
It is an appealing item for collectors of Japanese photobooks, documentary photography, and printed materials related to urban life and social history.
◆From the Seller◆
The item is a used vintage book. The dust jacket and cover show signs of age and handling, including rubbing, scratches, discoloration, edge wear, corner wear, and creasing. The pages show age toning and some spots or stains.
Please review all photos carefully for the condition and included items. Only the book shown in the photos is included.
◆Packaging◆
The item will be carefully packed with protective materials to help prevent damage during transit.
◆Shipping◆
We ship from Japan using a tracked shipping service.
◆Regarding Duties and Taxes◆
Import duties, taxes, VAT, and customs fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check your country’s customs regulations before bidding.
◆About this Item◆
This is a Japanese photobook titled “Harlem: Black Angels.”
The cover shows the English title “HARLEM: BLACK ANGELS” and the Japanese title “Harlem / Black Angels.” The cover also credits photos by Ruiko Yoshida and text by Hajime Kijima. The publication page shows that the book was published by Kodansha Ltd. in 1974, with a second printing dated April 30, 1974.
The book contains black-and-white photographs and accompanying text. The photographed pages show documentary-style images related to Harlem, New York.
◆History / Collector Appeal◆
This photobook presents a Japanese photographer’s documentary view of Harlem in the 1970s. The monochrome images, period design, and bilingual elements on the cover give the book a strong visual and historical character.
It is an appealing item for collectors of Japanese photobooks, documentary photography, and printed materials related to urban life and social history.
◆From the Seller◆
The item is a used vintage book. The dust jacket and cover show signs of age and handling, including rubbing, scratches, discoloration, edge wear, corner wear, and creasing. The pages show age toning and some spots or stains.
Please review all photos carefully for the condition and included items. Only the book shown in the photos is included.
◆Packaging◆
The item will be carefully packed with protective materials to help prevent damage during transit.
◆Shipping◆
We ship from Japan using a tracked shipping service.
◆Regarding Duties and Taxes◆
Import duties, taxes, VAT, and customs fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check your country’s customs regulations before bidding.

