Abstract from book sleeve.
Dirty Pictures argues that the artwork of Tom of Finland (real name Touko Laaksonen) has been of profound importance to not only gay culture, but society at large. Ramakers explores Tom of Finland's work and cultural impact using over 80 illustrations and photographs. Tom of Finland's work encompasses the rise of the gay movement, the world of fine art, and the function and functioning of pornography.
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