Nobuyoshi Araki is a Japanese photographer known for his provocative and controversial work. He was born on May 25, 1940, in Tokyo, Japan. Araki is widely recognized for his exploration of themes such as eroticism, bondage, and death in his photography. Araki's career spans several decades, and he has produced an extensive body of work. He gained international recognition in the 1990s for his series titled "Kinbaku," which depicted Japanese rope bondage known as shibari. These photographs often featured explicit and explicit imagery and explored themes of power, sexuality, and vulnerability. Beyond his controversial subject matter, Araki is also renowned for his prolific output. He has published hundreds of books throughout his career, earning him the nickname "the most published photographer in the world." His work encompasses various genres, including street photography, portraits, and still lifes, but his exploration of sexuality and the human body remains a prominent theme. Araki's photography has been exhibited worldwide, and he has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the art world. While his work has generated both praise and criticism for its explicit nature, Araki is considered one of the most influential and important photographers in contemporary Japanese photography.
Measures 7 x 8.26
Printed circa 2000s
Verso is blank.
Mounted to archival quality paper.
Condition
Good condition. No rips, tears, creases.