Lyu Hanabusa - Two Books: Paris Paris / Back - 1996-1998

Book 1: Paris Paris (1998)

This rare and captivating photobook by renowned Japanese photographer **Lyu Hanabusa** is a must-have for any serious collector of contemporary Japanese photography. Published in 1998 as part of the prestigious *Photo Musée* series by Shinchosha, **"Paris Paris"** serves as a deep, personal love letter to the city Hanabusa called home for over a decade.

Lyu Hanabusa is celebrated for his unique ability to capture the "soul" of Paris, a city he approached with the reverence of Eugène Atget but the modern sensibility of a Japanese outsider.
Unlike typical tourist photography, Hanabusa’s work in *Paris Paris* focuses on the **intimate, the everyday, and the atmospheric.**

The book is a substantial volume, featuring nearly 300 pages of rich visual storytelling.
While primarily composed of **stunning black-and-white plates** that emphasize texture, light, and the architectural elegance of the city, it also contains select color photographs that bring a sudden, vibrant warmth to the collection.

Size: 20 x 15 x 3 cm
Weight: 750 grams
300 pages

In very good condition

Book 2: Back (1996)
Capture a piece of Japanese photographic history with this celebrated work by Lyu Hanabusa. Known for his deep connection to Paris and his mastery of portraiture, Hanabusa turns his lens toward the "unspoken truth" of the female form.

Published in the mid-90s, "Back" is part of Hanabusa’s acclaimed series (alongside Bed Room and Paris Paris).
The collection features minimalist, sophisticated compositions that highlight the curves and textures of the human body through a voyeuristic yet artistic lens.
It is a must-have for collectors of Japanese vintage photobooks and fans of 90s aesthetic photography.

Size: 20 x 15 x 1.7
Weight: 415 grams
144 pages

The item is in good condition.

Total weight: 1,180 grams

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