Numbered copy
Each plate of this unbound book superimposes two layers: a photographic portrait taken by the artist himself and a word outline cut into a black surface. The portrait is covered by the black layer, turning the opening made by the word into a keyhole. In Art Lovers, there is a great mystery. The viewer can barely see the portraits and has to infer their subjects from a few sparse and vague elements. The 31 “Art Lovers” in question were photographed by Robert Barry himself.
72 pages
27,6 x 27,6 cm
Limited edition of 270 numbered copies and 30 artist’s proofs
Produced and published in 2006 by mfc-michèle didier
©2006 Robert Barry and mfc-michèle didier
