Description:
Chris Burden (American, 1946-2015)
Chris Burden Deluxe Photo Book: 1971-73, published in 1974, edition of 50 plus 10 proofs. Numbered, signed, and dated "42/50 Chris Burden 1974" on the colophon, each image signed "Chris Burden" on the reverse. Loose-leaf binder with hand-painted cover containing fifty-three photographs (nine in color) and typewritten text documenting twenty-three performances, binder measures 11 1/2 x 11 1/4 x 3 3/4 in. (29.2 x 28.6 x 9.5 cm).
Condition: Subtle toning to some text and images.
Provenance: Collection of Maria Lopez and Stephen Mindich, Massachusetts.
Estimate $20,000-30,000
Each photograph and sheet of text is affixed to backing paper with photo corners.
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