HELMUT NEWTON (1920–2004), JUNE NEWTON (1923–2021) SUMO, LARGE FORMAT, FIRST EDITION Taschen, 1999. 400 full-page two-colour reproductions of photographs selected and edited by June Newton Signed in blue Conté pencil and numbered 06931 / 10,000 on the colophon page. Elephant format, 464 pages. 70.5 x 51 x 7.5 cm In good overall condition. Dust jacket slightly yellowed, with small tears, scuffs and stains. This exceptionally large and luxurious volume, weighing over 30 kilos, is, according to the publisher Taschen, ‘the largest and most expensive book published in the 20th century’. It is a major work in the field of photography, showcasing Newton’s often controversial work in the genres of fashion photography, celebrity portraiture and the nude. At the buyer’s request, we would be happy to provide a general report on the condition of the lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise potential buyers to carry out their own inspection or to consult a specialist of their choice to obtain a full assessment of the lot’s condition. Descriptions of items provided in the catalogue or by correspondence are for information purposes only and should not be regarded as a definitive assessment. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION REGARDING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.