SOME WOMEN

Some Women (1989) is one of the most refined and focused bodies of work by Robert Mapplethorpe, dedicated to the female portrait.

Departing from the more controversial aspects of his practice, this publication presents a series of portraits characterized by formal precision, clarity, and sculptural composition. The images emphasize symmetry, light, and structure, positioning the human figure within a classical visual framework.

Mapplethorpe’s approach transforms portraiture into a study of form and presence, where each subject is rendered with a balance of intimacy and distance. The photographs reflect his consistent pursuit of perfection clean lines, controlled lighting, and a deliberate sense of stillness.

Published in large format, Some Women stands as a key work within Mapplethorpe’s late career, offering a distilled vision of his photographic language.

A significant and highly collectible title within twentieth-century photography.

Publisher: Secker and Warburg
Year: 1989
Edition: First UK Edition (First Impression)
Language: English
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Condition: Near fine condition. Dust jacket shows very minor wear and light toning, now protected in a removable archival sleeve. Slight toning to page edges; binding firm.