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THROWING A BALL ONCE TO GET THREE MELODIES AND FIFTEEN CHORDS - SIGNED BY JOHN BALDESSARI
(BALDESSARI, JOHN). Baldessari, John. Irvine, CA: The Art Gallery of the University of California, Irvine, 1973. First Edition 1/2500. Oblong 8vo. Stapled Printed Wrappers. Artist's Book. Near Fine.. np (28pp), 15 b&w illustrations. In a protective clear acetate dustwrapper. Published in conjunction with a 1973 University of California, Irvine exhibition, this artist's book contains fifteen photographic images of noted Conceptual artist John Baldessari in the process of chucking a projectile that have been superimposed with colored musical staves to create three melodies and fifteen chords, as promised. A most handsome example of this uncommon item additionally BOLDLY SIGNED "John Baldessari" in black ink across the bottom of the title page. PLEASE NOTE: Additional shipping costs are required for this item beyond our standard rates due to its value - we will inform you of the applicable amount at time of purchase. Inventory Number: 023142