Tom of Finland’s happy, playful, hyper-masculine drawings provided the template for a proudly gay esthetic in the 1960s, ’70s and ’80s. Called Tom’s Men, the characters he created in his pen and ink illustrations and comics inspired fans to challenge outdated stereotypes and be fully confident, men-loving men. While a Tom’s Man is defined as supremely comfortable in his sexual orientation, his essence is physical: a vigorous, perfectly formed young male.
These Tom of Finland bookends, designed for Taschen by Daffy London from Tom of Finland’s original artwork, celebrate some of his most iconic figures. Here, we meet Pekka, a robust Finnish working man in boots and cap, the name, ironically, meaning “stone”.
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Painted cast resin, height 13.6 in., base 6 x 6 in., 5.93 lbs
Cost of shipping included in price.
