Book Sculpture THE PROMISES MEN LIVE BY [Harry Scherman]

Pasquier-Desvignes, Bruno

Published by n.p., [New York], 1985

About this Item

Original book sculpture showcasing multimedia artist Bruno Pasquier-Desvignes's interpretation of the most important promise of modern living. Bruno Pasquier-Desvignes defies classification. THE NEW YORK TIMES calls him "part tinkerer and part storyteller, a cross between Alexander Calder and Jean Tinguely;" filmmaker James Ivory compares him to Picasso, noting his ability to "pick up any old thing lying around, see its possibilities for transformation and then turn it into a new and enchanting thing" (RURAL INTELLIGENCE). Pasquier-Desvignes's book sculptures highlight his ingenuity, creativity, and humor, as he toys with the idea of a codex as a container. The book that Pasquier-Desvignes chose for this commentary on modern life is THE PROMISES THAT MEN LIVE BY by Harry Scherman. The promise of a cash refund in the absence of satisfaction may not be spiritually fulfilling, but it certainly takes care of more immediate needs. 9.25'' x 6''. Original light brown cloth binding. Bookblock fused with glue, with rectangular recess cut into center. Mirror mounted into recess, paper label "CASH REFUND IF NOT COMPLETELY SATISFIED" mounted to mirror. Signed by Pasquier-Desvignes and dated 1985 to lower margin of "title page." Binding with a hint of edgewear, a few small spots of soil to rear board; a bit of foxing to edges of bookblock. Two.75" closed tears to "title page" at edges of recess. Sound.

Seller Inventory # 45495

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Book Sculpture THE PROMISES MEN LIVE BY [Harry Scherman]
• Publisher: n.p., [New York]
• Publication Date: 1985
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very good plus.
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)
• Seller catalogs:
  • Book Arts & Fine Press