[Review first published at BlogCritics.org by Helen Gallagher 9-30-2013]
Art Made From Books: Altered, Sculpted, Carved, Transformed
will likely transform your appreciation of books … books as art objects.
This surprising anthology brims with charming, pure art, created by
hands and tools. The spirit of magical realism is alive as characters
are literally lifted out of books through delicate carving. Some are
carved, some are books embellished with light, wire or glass. The
stunning result is a recurring delight; and our appreciation grows each
time we consider the delicate artistry and spirit in the objects.
There is unmistakable joy of the creation of these altered books; a
fairly recent modern form of art. The process, known since the 18th
century in England has become more appreciated today when outdated
reference books can see new life as treasured, whimsical, works of art.
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