Book 1987

Richard Artschwager's 1987 sculpture "Book" is a prime example of his signature style, blurring the lines between sculpture and furniture. The piece depicts a closed book rendered in black Formica, with a textured, yellow-toned Formica top that mimics the look and feel of a real book's pages. Artschwager's use of Formica, a material often used in commercial settings, elevates everyday objects to the level of fine art, prompting viewers to consider the nature of representation and the role of materials in our perception of the world.