Since Tachen’s founding in Germany in 1980, the goal has always been to make the greatest books in the world. Whether through their incredibly popular and affordable “Basic Art” series or their “SUMO” collection that can retail for up to ten grand, their pursuit of greatness has made them a staple on the coffee tables and bookshelves of discerning aesthetes and art enthusiasts worldwide.
This award-winning book is a visual history of the golden age of New York jazz. Designed, illustrated and edited by Robert Nippoldt with text by Hans-Jürgen Schaal, the collection features Nippoldt’s illustrations of jazz scenes and characters with intimate anecdotes, creating a stunning portrait of the sound that changed America.
Hardcover, 8.5 x 13.4 in., 2.86 lb, 224 pages