1.000 skateboards

Popularized on the West Coast of the United States after World War II, skateboarding gradually distanced itself from surfing and the beach culture from which it emerged to create its own universe. Too "countercultural" to be considered a sport (although it has become an Olympic discipline), too physical and dangerous to be seen as a simple game, taken too seriously by a broad community to be a mere pastime, with an economy and influence too great to be just a toy, skateboarding has truly established itself as an art form. It has unleashed boundless creativity on every conceivable theme, giving rise to a versatile graphic universe that is home to a multitude of artists and amateur or professional skaters who have become superstars. Through 1,000 iconic skateboards, this book showcases the best creations in skateboarding while revisiting its history, revealing the full richness of a culture in perpetual motion.