SIDIBE, Malick. Mali Twist.

(Paris): Editions Xavier Barral / Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain, 2017.  First edition.  Hardcover.  27cm by 20.6cm.  256 pages.  Published to accompany the exhibition at Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain, October 20, 2017 – February 25, 2018.  Extensive monograph on the legendary Malian photographer Malick Sidibé, (nicknamed “the eye of Bamako”) known for his vibrant portraits and documentary images of youth culture in post-independence Bamako.  Featuring over 250 images, many previously unpublished, the volumes illustrates Sidibé’s iconic studio portraits, dynamic images of dance parties, and lesser-known outdoor scenes.  Includes essays by André Magnin, Brigitte Ollier, Manthia Diawara, and Robert Storr.  A near fine copy in photo-illustrated boards.  Additionally exhibition invite and booklet laid-in, both creased where folded.