Rainchild – Machiel Botm
A dreamlike and autobiographical photobook where the boundaries between perception, memory, and emotion gracefully blur.
In Rainchild, prominent Dutch photographer Machiel Botman invites the viewer into a highly personal visual narrative. This work is not structured as a chronological report, but as a fluid stream of images capturing the essence of human relationships, loss, and wonder. The high-contrast black-and-white photography, printed on premium Prelude paper, enhances the raw yet intimate character of his work. This sought-after edition by Schaden.com is widely regarded by critics and collectors as a landmark in modern Dutch subjective photography and is held in prominent museum collections worldwide.
Condition Near mint (a few minor scuffs/surface scratches on the transparent acetate wrap)
Features English edition; limited to 1,500 copies
Binding Hardcover with printed boards, paper dust jacket, and additional clear acetate sleeve
Edition First edition, 2004
ISBN/EAN 3932187334
Historical Context & Reception
Released in 2004, Rainchild firmly established Botman’s reputation as a 'photographer of feeling.' The book was praised for its uncompromising subjectivity and exceptional printing quality on Prelude paper, which perfectly renders the deep blacks and subtle greys. The work is often compared to the Japanese 'Provoke' movement due to its grainy, atmospheric style. Over the years, it has become a collector's item, sought after globally by enthusiasts of autobiographical documentary photography.
About the Author
Machiel Botman (b. 1955) is a self-taught photographer whose work is characterized by a profound connection to his immediate surroundings and family. He is renowned for his ability to capture universal emotions in seemingly simple moments. In addition to his own photographic practice, Botman has played a key role in promoting the work of other photographers, though it is through his own publications like Heartbeat and Rainchild that he gained international acclaim. His work is held in prestigious collections, including the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam and the Bibliothèque Nationale in Paris.
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Product Information
- Language: English
- Pages: 128 pages
- Dimensions: 28.0 x 22.2 x 2.0 cm
- Weight: approx. 950 grams
- Categories: Photography, Fine Art, Monographs
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