“Touch Poem #5,” created circa 1960 by Yoko Ono, is an artist’s book representative of the Neo-Dada art movement. The artwork presents a conceptual and tactile approach, characteristic of the genre.
The artwork itself consists of a page with an affixed tuft of hair, creating an interplay between the visual and the tangible. The text “Touch Poem #5 Yoko Ono” is inscribed on the left side of the composition. By incorporating actual physical elements into the book, Yoko Ono challenges traditional perceptions of art, inviting viewers to engage with the piece on a sensory level. The simplicity and directness of the materials used, combined with the innovative format, underscore the avant-garde spirit of Neo-Dadaism.
