Description
Discover the ultimate visual guide to metal music with Codex Metallum, where powerful imagery collides with the rich symbolism of the genre. This extraordinary book, published in 2021 by Octopus, features 250 iconic album covers, from legendary bands like Black Sabbath and Motorhead to modern giants such as Slipknot and Pantera. Each page is a deep dive into the aesthetic and thematic elements prevalent in metal artwork, revealing the hidden meanings behind the visuals that shape this distinct musical landscape.
Whether you’re a lifelong metal fan or a newcomer curious about the genre’s rich visual heritage, Codex Metallum serves as an essential resource. The book includes bespoke illustrations by Fortifem, known for their collaborations with the iconic band Rammstein, adding a unique artistic flair.
Housed in a beautifully embossed leather-effect case with striking metallic foil finishes, this book is not just a read but a striking collector's item that will elevate any collection. Ideal for gift-giving, it captures the essence of metal and its underground artistry beautifully.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781788403375. Pages: 192.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781788403375
Year: 2021
Publisher: Octopus
Pages: 192
Description:
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Decode the secret language of metal.
Metal music has a rich and powerful visual language like no other genre. From death and the devil to mythology and the occult, the artworks of its greatest albums carry a complex hidden code of deeper meanings.
Codex Metallum is your unique guide to these visual themes. Featuring the covers of 250 iconic albums from Black Sabbath to Slipknot and Motorhead to Pantera, as well as bespoke illustrations by Rammstein collaborators Fortifem, this one-of-a-kind book decodes the imagery of metal and unlocks the secrets hidden within.
Packaged in an embossed, leather-effect case with metallic foil finishes, Codex Metallum is a stunning collector's item and essential reading for any metalhead.
Whether you’re a lifelong metal fan or a newcomer curious about the genre’s rich visual heritage, Codex Metallum serves as an essential resource. The book includes bespoke illustrations by Fortifem, known for their collaborations with the iconic band Rammstein, adding a unique artistic flair.
Housed in a beautifully embossed leather-effect case with striking metallic foil finishes, this book is not just a read but a striking collector's item that will elevate any collection. Ideal for gift-giving, it captures the essence of metal and its underground artistry beautifully.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781788403375. Pages: 192.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781788403375
Year: 2021
Publisher: Octopus
Pages: 192
Description:
***
Decode the secret language of metal.
Metal music has a rich and powerful visual language like no other genre. From death and the devil to mythology and the occult, the artworks of its greatest albums carry a complex hidden code of deeper meanings.
Codex Metallum is your unique guide to these visual themes. Featuring the covers of 250 iconic albums from Black Sabbath to Slipknot and Motorhead to Pantera, as well as bespoke illustrations by Rammstein collaborators Fortifem, this one-of-a-kind book decodes the imagery of metal and unlocks the secrets hidden within.
Packaged in an embossed, leather-effect case with metallic foil finishes, Codex Metallum is a stunning collector's item and essential reading for any metalhead.