Ryan McGinness - Papier d'emballage - Capsule Auctions

August 19, 2020

C2: Modern Origins II

Lot 56

American (b. 1972)

Papier d'emballage

Medium

two sheets printed both sides in 4-color + silver ink; folded twice, as issued; 8 patterns, 2 to each side of a sheet

Dimensions

each sheet: 17 x 24 inches

Estimate: $200 - $400

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Condition: very good condition, no apparent issues
Notes: Ryan McGinness issue of Le Point d'Ironie (No. 38), an unusual periodical published six to eight times a year. Each issue is given over to an artist to do with as they please. The result is printed in an edition of 100,000 copies and distributed free around the world at museums, galleries, bookshops, schools, movie theaters, shops, etc. With this issue, McGinness has created wildly colorful wrapping paper. Edited by Hans Ulrich Obrist, Carrie Pilto, and Agnes B. 6 issues.