Helmut Newton’s SUMO

Edited by: Newton, June

The biggest and most expensive book production in the 20th century SUMO is a titanic book in every respect: it is a tribute to the twentieth century's most influential, intriguing and contro-versial photographer.

Measuring 50 x 70 cm (20 x 27.5 inches) and weighing approx. 30 kg (66 lb.), the book contains 480 pages, breaking any previous record. SUMO is a truly unique publication.

SUMO, edited by June Newton, features a wide selection of over 400 pictures, most of which are published for the first time, covering every aspect of Newton's outstanding career in photography: from his stunning fashion photographs, which pointed the way for generations of photographers, to his nudes and celebrity portaits. 

In defiance of the much-loved Japanese discipline that inspired the title of this colossal work, there is no need for it's proud owner to wrestle with SUMO. Philippe Starck has designed a unique device for displaying the book at home. 

SUMO is still available IN VERY FEW COPIES (!) in a limited edition, numbered and signed by the artist.