Why should you pick up the original version

When it comes to anthologies published in recent years, there is little difference between first editions and reprints, but there is a big reason why first editions of anthologies from this era are treated as the "originals."

① The collection is a work
Although works were exhibited at exhibitions at the time, there was little practice of selling prints, so a collection of works was the ultimate goal of the artist.

2. Differences in printing
The photobooks printed on the gravure presses of the time had a thick layer of ink, so thick that even reading them now would leave your hands black with ink. Rather than quality, it seems like there is a big difference in texture.

3. Literally original
In addition to the two reasons above, the original negatives and prints are often no longer in existence, so first editions are used as masters for producing resale books.

The original has its own merits, and the reprint has its own merits. The book will be on display alongside the reprint at the venue, so please come and compare the two.