An early Christmas catalog from Tom of Finland, Inc. [48] photocopied pages. Plain wrappers bound with brass round head fasteners, 280x215 mm; 11x8½ inches. Los Angeles, CA, [December 1987].
Tom of Finland, Inc. was founded in 1978 to promote the artist's work and defend his copyright. This catalogue was produced by Tom of Finland, Inc. in 1987 (it includes an ad for the 1988 calendar). It includes an introductory note by president Durk Dehner, and two notes by the artist--including a note explaining that his drawings depict "sex like in the old easy days (and nights)" and imploring his friends to practice safe sex. Merchandise on offer includes the expected Tom of Finland books and art, but also a curated selection of other books and videos.
