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Vija Celmins & Eliot Weinberger: The Stars
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New York Artist Vija Celmins Has Made Many Images Of The Night Skypaintings, Drawings And Prints Of Gorgeous Richness. In The Stars, She And Her Collaborator, The Essayist And Translator Eliot Weinberger, Devote An Artist'S Book To The Theme. Celmins Created Three Celestial Prints For The Project, Which She Also Designed. One Print, Inspired By The Worn Binding Of An Early Twentiethcentury Japanese Book, Becomes The Volume'S Mottled Deepblue Cover; The Second And Third Prints Are Images Of The Night Sky, One Of Them Negativedark Stars On A Pale Ground. For The Text, Weinberger Assembled A Catalogue Of Descriptions Of The Stars Drawn From Around The World, And From An Array Of Historical, Literary And Anthropological Sources. This Mythopoetic Charting Of The Night Sky Evokes The Vastness Of The Human Imagination'S Response To A Space Itself Vast And Unknowable. Appearing In English And Also In Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese And Maori, The Text Supplements Celmins'S Images Visually As Well As Verbally. The Stars Was Originally A Limitededition Livre D'Artiste Published This Year By The Library Council Of The Museum Of Modern Art.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures five point nine one inches in length and ten point four three inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains fifty-six pages filled with illustrations and text.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is a paperback edition, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Eliot Weinberger, who collaborated with artist Vija Celmins.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores the theme of the night sky through celestial illustrations and descriptive texts.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art enthusiasts? A: Yes, the book is ideal for art enthusiasts, particularly those interested in contemporary art and celestial themes.
- Q: Can children read this book? A: Yes, this book can be enjoyed by children, especially those interested in art and nature.
- Q: How is the text presented in the book? A: The text is presented in both English and several other languages, including Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, and Maori.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included? A: The book includes three colour illustrations of the night sky, created by artist Vija Celmins.
- Q: Is the book in good condition? A: Yes, this is a used book in good condition, ready for readers.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain its condition.
- Q: Can I clean the book if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust or smudges.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you can contact customer support for assistance with returns or exchanges.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: No, books typically do not come with a warranty, but you may check the return policy.
- Q: How does this book compare to other art books? A: This book stands out with its unique illustrations and mythopoetic text, making it a distinct addition to art literature.
- Q: Is this book a limited edition? A: Yes, 'The Stars' was originally published as a limited-edition livre d'artiste.