From his humble beginning selling comic books in his native Cologne to his rapidly expanding book publishing empire, Benedikt Taschen has been all about living large — literally. Sumo, a 464-page, 66-pound compendium of Helmut Newton’s photography is one of the largest and heaviest books ever produced — it comes with its own display stand — and among the most expensive, too. The first copy in a limited edition published in 1999 and signed by many of the celebrities whose images appear in its pages sold at auction for $364,000.
TASCHEN’s success derives from his personality: he publishes books that reflect his own diverse personal enthusiasms. TASCHEN’s lavishly produced art books run the gamut from the ridiculous (The Big Book of Breasts) to the sublime (17th-century naturalist Albertus Seba’s Cabinet of Natural Curiosities).
The TASCHEN catalog includes scholarly examinations of cultural icons such as Muhammad Ali, gorgeous monographs on painters like Hieronymous Bosch, exquisite books of photography like Sebastião Selgado’s Genesis and portfolios of muscle cars. In addition to his 11 bookstores located in the United States and Europe, TASCHEN recently opened an art gallery in Los Angeles devoted to photography.
As you can see from the titles available on these pages, you are more than likely to have an interest in common with Benedikt Taschen — and his marvelous books give you a way to explore it fully.
Tom of Finland 'Pekka' Bookend by Duffy London, Painted Cast Resin
By Tom of Finland, Duffy London, TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tom of Finland. Bookend ‘Pekka’ Bookend, painted cast resin, height 12.8 in., base 6 x 6 x 0.8 in. Always Ready to Handle the Heaviest Load - Get Your Books Sandwiched and Add Some ...
Resin
Tom of Finland Bookend ‘Durk’ by TASCHEN, Painted Cast Resin
By Tom of Finland, TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tom of Finland. Bookend ‘Durk’ Bookend, painted cast resin, height 12.8 in., base 6 x 6 x 0.8 in. Always Ready to Handle the Heaviest Load- Get Your Books Sandwiched and Add Some Pl...
Resin
$3,995Sale Price / set|27% Off
H 8 in W 5 in D 3 in
Pair of Vintage Sculptural Cast Bronze Native American Indian Chief Bookends
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Matched pair of detailed cast bronze bookends depicting a North American Indian Chief bust. There are no maker's marks, initials or signature of eith...
Bronze
$300
H 4.75 in W 9 in D 2.5 in
Cast Resin Polar Bear Sculpture by Francois Pompon for the MOMA Collection
By MOMA Museum New York, François Pompon
Located in San Diego, CA
Cast resin polar bear sculpture by Francois Pompon for the MOMA Collection, circa 1984. The piece is a miniature reproduction of the famous work by Po...
Resin
Cast Resin "Sleeping Lion" Sculpture / Paperweight by Rinaldo Rinaldi
By Antonio Canova
Located in San Diego, CA
A super cool cast resin "Sleeping Lion" sculpture / paperweight by Rinaldo Rinaldi which is part of a pair of lion sculptures known as the "Chatsworth Lions", circa 2000s. The lions...
Resin
$600 / set
H 4.75 in W 5 in D 2 in
Medieval Antique Cast Bronze Mission Bell Sculpture Bookend, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
Medieval Antique Cast Bronze Mission Bell Sculpture Bookend, a Pair Bring a touch of old-world history and structural elegance to your library with t...
Bronze
$599 / set
H 6 in W 2 in D 4.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Cast Bronzed Metal Western Cowboy Themed Sculptural Bookends
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This set of cast and bronze finished metal sculptural bookends were made in 1928, presumably in the United States, in the American Colonial style. Each bookend does have a manufactur...
Metal
$823
H 5 in W 5 in D 2.75 in
A pair of painted bookends, depicting Pomeranian dogs, England circa 1930.
Located in Milan, IT
A pair of white enamelled metal bookends on Botticino marble bases, depicting two Pomeranian Spitz dogs, England circa 1930.
Marble, Metal
$300Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 8 in W 6 in D 3 in
Pair of Musicians Mid Century Modern Bookends Sculptures in Cast Iron
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice pair of cast iron musicians, men, and woman the pair had a label that read made in Italy but it got lost.
Iron
Cast Resin Horse
Located in New York, NY
Decorative cast resin horse, circa 1970s-1980s.
Resin
$45,424
H 21.66 in W 17.92 in D 8.27 in
Very Large Cast Sterling Silver Model of a Stag, London 1976 by Garrard & Co.
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1976 by Garrard & Co., this stunning Elizabeth II, Sterling Silver Model of a Stag, is realistically cast and chased, and stands on a marble base. The stag mo...
Sterling Silver
$14,000
H 10 in W 33 in D 33 in
"The Big Nude" Sumo Book with Stand Helmut Newton Taschen New Dust Jacket
By Helmut Newton, TASCHEN
Located in Atlanta, GA
Helmut Newton's Sumo book. The first Sumo and also the most exciting and collectible one ever published by Taschen. The book comes with two dust jackets. The outer one has some heavy...
Chrome
1940s Painted Cast Iron Metal Sculpture of Boston Terrier
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s painted cast iron metal sculpture of Boston Terrier Dog is nicely patinated adding depth to the piece.
Iron
Vintage Coastal Regency Cast Resin Toucan Sculpture
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Add a splash of tropical charm with this bold and character-filled vintage cast resin toucan sculpture — a true conversation piece that embodies the spirit of Old Florida whimsy. • F...
Resin