Bettina Rheims / Serge Bramly - Chambre Close - 1994

Chambre Close – Bettina Rheims
A Masterpiece of Contemporary Eroticism and Intimacy

First published in the early 1990s, Chambre Close remains one of the most significant works by renowned French photographer Bettina Rheims.
This celebrated collaboration with writer Serge Bramly breaks the "fourth wall" of erotic photography, presenting a series of portraits that feel deeply private, raw, and performative.

Key Features of this Edition:
Artistic Vision: The series features non-professional models in modest hotel rooms, captured in poses that challenge the traditional "male gaze" by emphasizing the subjects' agency and complex femininity.

Japanese Edition: This specific version (ISBN: 9784845709229) is a sought-after Japanese printing, known for its high-quality paper stock and excellent ink density, which beautifully preserves the warm tones and grainy textures of Rheims' original work.

Cultural Impact: Rheims’ work is held in major collections worldwide, including the Maison Européenne de la Photographie. Chambre Close is widely considered her breakthrough masterpiece.

Specifications:
Photographer: Bettina Rheims
Text: Serge Bramly
Publisher: Treville (Japan)
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Language: Japanese/English

Size: 27.8 x 23 x 1.8 cm
Weight: 1,090 grams

The book is in very good condition.

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