Michael Wolf Books

In this book, the internationally renowned German photographer Michael Wolf continues with his visual quest for the overlooked and underappreciated urban phenomena that give a city its special character.

Bent, curled, twisted apart, or strung neatly in chains and rows, coat hangers of every colour inhabit the narrow backstreets and hidden alleyways of Hong Kong. Photographer Michael Wolf sought out these ubiquitous metropolitan denizens for his new series, seemingly trying to discover how many ways this simple piece of wire can be used. Besides functioning as a device on which to hang things socks, shoes, gloves, towels, baskets, combs, plastic bags, your lunch the humble coat hanger can also hold a latch closed, stretch a cable, block a valve from turning, or even keep other coat hangers safe. The book offers a fascinating and fresh look at an often underappreciated object.

The third edition of this photobook classic showcases Michael Wolf's striking portraits of individuals navigating the Tokyo subway, trapped between glass, steel, and fellow commuters. These compelling images have garnered numerous awards and have been exhibited worldwide. The first two editions sold out, prompting Wolf to revisit Tokyo to further explore this theme. The newly released "Tokyo Compression Three" is a completely revised edition featuring many previously unreleased images and a new "hidden track" at the book's conclusion. While other artists like Bruce Davidson and Walker Evans have tackled subway themes, Wolf's approach is unique; he focuses on the psychological state and collective condition of urban dwellers rather than the physical environment. By eliminating distractions, he emphasizes faces and figures, creating intense images that poignantly reflect the inner lives of his subjects. Accompanying the visuals, Christian Schüle's essay, "TOKYO SUBWAY DREAMS," offers a somber reflection on the pervasive loneliness experienced in modern megacities.

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