This is where the number comes in. "72" refers to the ISBN or the specific printing plate identification used for the collector’s edition, but more commonly, it refers to the number of pages in the photobook, or the specific frame number of the most famous shot. However, in collector circles, "72" is shorthand for the specific large-format edition—a limited run of 72,000 copies? No. Actually, myth states that only 72 original large-format prints of the "Santa Fe" series were signed and released, making the "72" a holy grail for collectors.
For those looking to acquire a copy, original 1991 editions are highly sought after. Santa Fe Rie Miyazawa Photo By Kishin Shinoyama 1991 72
At the time, nude photography was typically reserved for lesser-known actresses or those whose careers were fading. Miyazawa was at the absolute height of her popularity as a "top idol," making the release a massive shock to the Japanese public. Record-Breaking Sales: The book became an instant phenomenon, selling over 1.55 million copies This is where the number comes in
Miyazawa Rie Santa Fe 1991 Nude Photo Art Book With Post Card /kishin eBay - japan-trust777 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. At the time, nude photography was typically reserved
When the book was released in November 1991, it sent shockwaves through Japan.
The photograph features Rie Miyazawa, a celebrated Japanese model and actress, posing serenely against a backdrop that exudes the rustic charm of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Her elegant posture and expressive gaze draw the viewer's attention, while the landscape behind her adds a sense of vastness and tranquility to the scene. Kishin Shinoyama's mastery of light and composition brings out the best in Miyazawa, creating a visual narrative that is both compelling and aesthetically pleasing.
: Vintage first-edition copies with their original "obi" (paper belly bands) remain highly prized collector's items in the photography and J-pop memorabilia markets.