Hajime Sorayama - The Gynoids - First Edition (1993) - 1993

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A large-format first edition of The Gynoids by legendary Japanese illustrator Hajime Sorayama, published by Treville in 1993.

This iconic volume showcases Sorayama's celebrated Gynoid series—his hyperrealistic female androids that seamlessly merge sensuality, industrial design, and futuristic aesthetics. These groundbreaking works established Sorayama as one of Japan's most influential contemporary illustrators and continue to inspire artists, designers, filmmakers, and collectors around the world.

More than a conventional art book, this edition also includes valuable material illustrating Sorayama's creative process, revealing how his ideas evolved from concept sketches into the finished paintings. It offers a rare insight into the techniques and artistic philosophy behind one of his most recognizable bodies of work.

Printed in a striking large-format hardcover, the illustrations are reproduced with impressive detail and impact, making this volume one of the essential references for collectors of Sorayama's art.

A highly desirable first edition for collectors of Japanese illustration, erotic art, science fiction, cyberpunk aesthetics, and contemporary visual culture.

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A large-format first edition of The Gynoids by legendary Japanese illustrator Hajime Sorayama, published by Treville in 1993.

This iconic volume showcases Sorayama's celebrated Gynoid series—his hyperrealistic female androids that seamlessly merge sensuality, industrial design, and futuristic aesthetics. These groundbreaking works established Sorayama as one of Japan's most influential contemporary illustrators and continue to inspire artists, designers, filmmakers, and collectors around the world.

More than a conventional art book, this edition also includes valuable material illustrating Sorayama's creative process, revealing how his ideas evolved from concept sketches into the finished paintings. It offers a rare insight into the techniques and artistic philosophy behind one of his most recognizable bodies of work.

Printed in a striking large-format hardcover, the illustrations are reproduced with impressive detail and impact, making this volume one of the essential references for collectors of Sorayama's art.

A highly desirable first edition for collectors of Japanese illustration, erotic art, science fiction, cyberpunk aesthetics, and contemporary visual culture.

Seller's Story

Discover rare and collectible books, from iconic first editions to niche art, photography, manga, and tattoo publications. Each piece is carefully selected for collectors, with an eye for unique works that deserve global attention.

Details

Number of books
1
Subject
Art, Erotica, Illustrated, Japan
Book title
The Gynoids - First Edition (1993)
Author/ Illustrator
Hajime Sorayama
Condition
Good
Publication year oldest item
1993
Height
37 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
26.5 cm
Language
English, Japanese
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Treville
Number of pages
106
JapanVerified
171
Objects sold
100%
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