Alpha Beta – John Gerard’s artist’s book
$450.00
John Gerard’s contribution to the art of the Alphabet
(John Gerard) Alpha Beta. Artist’s book by John Gerard. [Rheinbach, Germany.] 2005. 20 leaves. 10.75″ x 6.75″. Handwritten black ink letters of the alphabet and red geometric letterpress pattern on handmade paper. Light salmon endboards with white sewn coptic binding. Illustrated label on front. In a thin card envelope folder with the title written in ink. A unique variant in an edition of 20 similar copies. Signed, numbered and dated by Gerard. Fine.
A homage to the alphabet and the golden section.
Related items: Artists' Books, Catalogue 36 - Summer 2008, Papermaking, John Gerard