The artwork, titled “Book,” was crafted by Richard Artschwager in 1987. This piece, categorized under the Conceptual Art movement and defined as a sculpture, reflects Artschwager’s innovative approach to art and perception.
The artwork consists of a rectangular shape that mimics the form and texture of an open book. The pages are suggested through the use of parallel lines engraved on a flat surface, with a curved indentation in the center representing the book’s spine. The structure rests upon a minimalistic white pedestal, juxtaposing the intricate detailing of the book’s ‘pages’ with a simple stand. This sculptural representation challenges traditional notions of a book, encouraging the viewer to rethink common objects in a conceptual and abstract manner.
