{"product_id":"theaters","title":"Theaters","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn its pristine, sealed state, the first edition of \"Theaters\" offers a sublime convergence of contemporary photography and minimalist design, authored by the illustrious Hiroshi Sugimoto. Published to great acclaim by Sonnabend Sundell Editions in 2000, this work is a definitive exemplar of Sugimoto's exploration of time and light, capturing the ethereal stillness of cinema interiors during extended exposures of entire film screenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe volume's pristine condition — indicated as Gem Mint 10.0 — underscores its desirability among discerning collectors. Featuring a glow-in-the-dark hardcover, ingeniously paired with a lustrous silver slipcase, the book's presentation is as compelling as its contents. Encased in the original publisher's shrink-wrap, this edition maintains impeccable integrity, further embellished with a distinct, numbered sticker denoting its status within a limited series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book's allure is enriched by its innovative photographic technique. Sugimoto's long-exposure method results in photographs where the movie screens dissolve into pure luminescence, enveloped by meticulously composed architectural surroundings of each theater. These images evoke a meditation on space and perception, rendered in hauntingly beautiful monochrome shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom an investment standpoint, comparable works by Sugimoto have demonstrated impressive appreciation in value, reflective of their esteemed artistic and cultural significance. In recent years, limited editions of Sugimoto's photography books have achieved notable figures at auctions, marking them as essential acquisitions for those keen on contemporary art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a cultural artifact, \"Theaters\" embodies both an artistic inquiry and a physical testament to Sugimoto's acclaimed oeuvre, making it a significant cornerstone in any collection of modern photography or fine art publications. The sealed, mint condition of this edition accentuates its rarity and underscores the continued reverence for Sugimoto’s visionary contributions to the field.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sonnabend Sundell Editions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48497988042946,"sku":"BOO-HSUG-THEATERS-00NM-ZzI6bwyTnl1JhT","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5450\/0546\/files\/file_fab6886a-cf85-40f0-8853-db6cdce838f0.png?v=1785193769","url":"https:\/\/brooksalley.com\/products\/theaters","provider":"Brooks Alleyy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}