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Barbara Bloom, a renowned conceptual artist known for her explorations of visual culture, presents this exquisite limited edition set ""Eight Giftwrap Papers in a Linen Box"" (2015). This collectors edition includes 8 unique designs of wrapping paper, presented in a luxurious linen-covered box with an elegant orange-lined interior. The set is hand-numbered and signed by the artist on an enclosed certificate, affirming its authenticity and exclusivity. Each design comes in two rolls (sheet size 56x100 cm) - so 16 rolls in total. Box has a limited edition of only 40. This luxurious box also includes the special edition book Gifts, a hardcover edition with 112 pages. Size green box approx. 58 x 21.5 x 13 cm ***** Included in this set is a framed limited-edition print, also signed by Barbara Bloom, extending the theme of gift-giving and exchange. The print features a minimalist silhouette of two figures exchanging a present, a motif that plays with the idea of value, perception, and the meaning of art as a gift. Print is professionally framed. Floating presentation, within (acid-free) white passe-partout, Handmade bespoke white wooden frame with Plexiglas® Optical HC, scratch-resistant and UV-protected. Framed approx. : 44 x 34 x 4,5 cm ***** Each wrapping paper features meticulously crafted patterns, incorporating ornamental motifs, symbolic imagery, and conceptual references that reflect Bloom s signature approach to storytelling through design. ***** Bloom s fascination with objects, presentation, and the act of giving is fully realized in this edition, transforming simple wrapping paper into a profound artistic statement. This highly sought-after edition, created in 2015, is a reflection of Barbara Bloom s ongoing interest in the aesthetics of everyday objects, gift-giving rituals, and the material culture of collecting. *** Barbara Bloom (b. 1951, Los Angeles) is a conceptual artist known for her exploration of visual culture, materiality, and the meaning of objects. Her work often blurs the boundaries between art and design, incorporating elements of photography, installation, and storytelling. Inspired by Marcel Duchamp and Joseph Cornell, she examines themes of perception, memory, and cultural value. Bloom has exhibited in major museums worldwide, including MoMA and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Her art challenges traditional notions of collecting and presentation, inviting viewers to rethink the relationship between objects and meaning. **** Worldwide delivery *** CONDITION : in very good condition *****
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