This book serves as a comprehensive anthology of Germano Celant's writings on Robert Mapplethorpe, an influential American photographer noted for his provocative and classical compositions. It includes over 140 images and texts that explore Mapplethorpe's iconic work in male and female nudes, flower still lifes, and celebrity portraits. The anthology features Celant's essays dating from the 1983 Palazzo Fortuny exhibition, collaborated with Mapplethorpe, to exhibitions at the Guggenheim and Hermitage. This volume offers both personal insights and scientific analysis, highlighting Mapplethorpe’s enduring impact on photography’s history.
