Playboy Magazine Collector's Edition January 2000 (Peter Max Cover Art)

This is a standard-sized softcover magazine, specifically the January 2000 issue of Playboy. It features a highly distinctive cover illustrated by the world-renowned psychedelic pop artist Peter Max, marking the turn of the millennium. The artwork is characterized by Max's signature vibrant, saturated color palette featuring bold yellows, oranges, and pinks against a deep blue sky. The central figure is the iconic Playboy Rabbit head silhouette in a red-to-orange gradient. The background is a whimsical landscape with floating figures, clouds, and a rising sun with the year '2000' centered within it. The 'Peter Max' signature logo is prominently displayed on the left margin. The upper left corner shows some minor scuffing and small tears to the glossy paper coating. There is subtle edge wear along the right-hand spine side, though the binding appears intact. The barcode and original newsstand price of $5.95 are visible in the lower right corner. This remains a significant cultural artifact reflecting both the era's publication design and high-profile artist collaborations.