Then & Now: Hollywood Boulevard 1973-2004

This first edition of "Then & Now: Hollywood Boulevard 1973-2004" by Ed Ruscha, published in 2005 by Steidl Publishing, explores the dynamic evolution of one of Los Angeles's most iconic thoroughfares through Ruscha's discerning lens. Beautifully bound in prestigious buckram bookcloth, the hardcover format captures the essence of mid-century modernism that permeates Ruscha's work. The book's dimensions—18" x 13" x 1"—provide an ample canvas for Ruscha's thought-provoking imagery, while the sealed condition ensures pristine quality and preservation of both cover and contents.

In this carefully curated visual narrative, Ruscha invites the viewer to traverse time along Hollywood Boulevard, juxtaposing historical and contemporary perspectives. Each page reveals a meticulous collection of photographs, merging nostalgia with critical insight into urban transformation. The book stands as both an artistic portfolio and a socio-cultural examination, encapsulating the essence of Los Angeles’s cinematic history and its omnipresent allure. As an artifact from the early 2000s, it holds a unique position in the oeuvre of Ruscha, further solidifying his status as a defining figure in contemporary art and photography.