Wu-Tang Clan announce new photography book encased in 400-pound chamber

Wu-Tang Clan have announced their new photobook Wu-Tang Clan: Legacy, which will be strictly limited to 36 copies – each of which will be encased in its very own bronze-encrusted steel chamber.

The pioneering hip-hop group say that their latest project will be the “the biggest and rarest book in the history of hip-hop”.

Wu-Tang Clan: Legacy is set to feature “rare and unseen images of the band” to offer “a snapshot of Wu-Tang history in the making, providing a unique glimpse into the origins of the biggest hip-hop crew of all time”.

Strictly limited to just 36 copies – a numeric nod to the title of their 1993 debut album ‘Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)’ – each copy of the photobook will be signed, dated and numbered with a certificate of authenticity.

Each copy will also be encased in its own 400-pound (181KG) bronze-encrusted black steel chamber, which has been designed by the sculptor Gethin Jones.

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“Inspired by the ancient past and the bronze ritual bowls of the Zhou Dynasty, whose first ruler was King Wu-Wang, the chambers consist of Spun Mild Steel bowls while the raised ridges, base and logo are furnished in solid brushed brass,” a description adds about the construction and design of the special chambers.

“From conception to the present day, this is the story of the undisputed greatest hip-hop group of all time being unveiled through rare and never before seen photos,” John ‘Mook’ Gibbons, CEO of Wu-Tang Clan Management, said in a statement about the photobook.

Fans who wish to be in with a chance of buying Wu-Tang Clan: Legacy can sign up here for priority access to the upcoming sale. A release date has yet to be confirmed.

Earlier this week it was announced that Wu-Tang’s Ghostface Killah and Raekwon are set to take each other on in a forthcoming Verzuz battle.