Tom of Finland: Blue Collar | Pocket Edition | Taschen

The Working Man, Immortalized by Tom.

The Little Book of Tom: Blue Collar celebrates one of Tom of Finland’s most beloved archetypes — the hardworking, hyper-masculine laborer. Collected in a single compact edition, this is a definitive look at Tom’s blue-collar obsession through comics, paintings, and rare archival material.

What’s Inside

• Multi-panel comics and individual paintings spanning Tom’s blue-collar canon
• Original sketches and doodles offering a rare glimpse into Tom’s creative process
• Classic motion picture stills and advertisements from the era
• Tom’s personal photographs and private reference images — the inspiration behind the art

About Tom of Finland

Touko Laaksonen — known worldwide as Tom of Finland — is one of the most influential erotic artists of the 20th century. His hyper-masculine, joyful imagery redefined queer visual culture and continues to inspire artists, designers, and collectors globally.

Specs

• Publisher: Taschen
• Format: Pocket Edition
• ISBN: 9783836588652