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.
David Bailey Sumo, Signed, Limited Edition Book with Marc Newson Stand
By TASCHEN, Marc Newson, David Bailey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The David Bailey SUMO. Over 300 of the greatest portraits of our time, printed big and bold. In 1965, portrait and fashion photographer David Bailey released his groundbreaking boo...
Aluminum
$3,323
H 44.5 in W 13.4 in D 13.4 in
Antique Carved Oak Church, Gothic Revival Studio Easel Display Stand or Pedestal
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique Gothic Revival two shelf sculpture stand with a beautiful patina. This impressive and adjustable Gothic stand dates from circa 1890. To find this rare and sizeable antique mo...
Wood, Oak
Marc Bankowsky, Plaster Pedestal, France, 2008
By Marc Bankowsky
Located in New York, NY
Freestanding contemporary polyester plaster pedestal by Marc Bankowsky. Marc studied at L’école Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs (ENSAD) and at The Ecole Nationale Supérieur...
Plaster
$5,850
H 57 in W 17 in D 17 in
Neo-Gothic 19th Century Octagonal Pedestal / Stand / Architectural Model
Located in Troy, NY
An unusual pedestal of octagonal Neo-Gothic form, the molded base supporting eight shaped and carved columns decorated with typical Gothic designs, topped by eight spikes surrounding...
Oak
English Mahogany Shaving Stand/Plant Stand
Located in Woodbury, CT
The upper tier of this shaving stand originally would have had an open ring that supported a bowl. It has since been filled with a fine mahogany board, offering the opportunity to pl...
Mahogany
Chinese Tiered Stand with Inset Rose Marble Top
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique stone-inlaid Chinese stand with two tiers enhanced by open work and hand carved motifs, indicative to these pieces, such as the scroll, ornamental vines and greek key and ...
Stone
Occasional Table by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young
By Monteverdi-Young, Maurice Bailey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round occasional table by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young. This piece would be perfect as a large entry way table for a foyer or a game table. The walnut top showcases a beautifu...
Walnut
Marc Bankowsky, Plaster Pedestal, France, 2008
By Marc Bankowsky
Located in New York, NY
Freestanding contemporary polyester plaster pedestal by Marc Bankowsky. Marc studied at L’école Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs (ENSAD) and at The Ecole Nationale Supérieur...
Plaster
Resin Imitation Wooden Stand with Antique Style Finish
Located in Marbella, ES
Resin Imitation wooden stand with antique style Finish.
Resin
Brazilian Modern Handcrafted Studio Sculpture Stand Signed
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in San Diego, CA
Brazilian Modern handcrafted studio sculpture stand. Doweled joinery. Signed with maker's initials, with studio tag. 1970s.
Rosewood
$3,321
H 53 in Dm 15.6 in
Large Gothic Revival Church Display Pedestal, Column with Hand Carved Symbolism
Located in Lisse, NL
"I am the Alpha and the Omega", from the Book of Revelation. If you collect unique ecclesiastical antiques in the Gothic Style then this meaningful and all hand-crafted column-pedes...
Oak
$12,903 / item
H 30.71 in W 55.12 in D 29.14 in
Riga Desk in Ash and White Finish by Marc Newson for Cappellini
By Marc Newson, Cappellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Marc Newson, the Riga table is a writing desk made of matte lacquered wood (in all of the colours in the collection) with legs in solid beech wood. The feet and knobs are...
Ash
Pair Signed Sterling Bronze Company Bronze and Marble Torchere Stands
By Sterling Bronze Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This handsome pair of stands, or gueridon are wired and could be used with lamps, gerandoles, or candelabra. They would also be useful used as pedestals for art objects, plants, or f...
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
David Bailey Sumo, Signed, Limited Edition Book with Marc Newson Stand
By TASCHEN, Marc Newson, David Bailey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The David Bailey SUMO. Over 300 of the greatest portraits of our time, printed big and bold. In 1965, portrait and fashion photographer David Bailey released his groundbreaking boo...
Aluminum
David Bailey Sumo, Signed, Limited Edition Book with Marc Newson Stand
By TASCHEN, Marc Newson, David Bailey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The David Bailey SUMO. Over 300 of the greatest portraits of our time, printed big and bold. In 1965, portrait and fashion photographer David Bailey released his groundbreaking...
Aluminum
The David Hockney SUMO Collector's Edition
By David Hockney, TASCHEN, Marc Newson
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chronicles David Hockney's work from 1960s-2016. Signed by Hockney. Hardcover, 498 pages, 13 foldouts, plus an illustrated 680-page chronology book with an adjustable book stand. ...
Metal