Balthus The Last Studies Publisher: Steidl; Limited Edition Limited edition of 1,000 copies for sale, 500 copies for archive Release Date: 2014/2/15 Language: English Hardcover: 2 volumes Vol. 1: 1256 polaroid photos, 208 pages Vol. 2: 99 polaroid photos, 222 pages Limited edition of 1,000 sets for trade and 500 archive copies. This is a very luxurious two-volume photo book produced in conjunction with a Balthus exhibition. As it is an art book from STEIDL, the design, binding, and printing are also superb. Balthus, the French painter whom Picasso called "the last master of the 20th century." In his later years, Balthus, despite losing the freedom of his hands, did not lose his creative drive and changed his tools from brushes to Polaroids, photographing his models. This book contains only those Polaroid works. As this is a limited edition book, its value is expected to increase in the future. It is believed that those remaining in new condition with the box are very rare. At the time of purchase, the domestic selling price was about 100,000 yen. This is an expensive art book stored privately, so please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for a perfect, pristine item or if you are overly concerned about condition. Also, it is a very large and heavy book, so the transportation cost will be considerable. Please purchase only if you agree to no claims and no returns.