A Throw of the Dice will Never Abolish Chance (Ein Würfelwurf kann den Zufall nicht abschaffen)
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Stéphane Mallarmé (poem, 1897), Marcel Broodthaers (artist's book, 1969)
Description
Inspired by a 19th century work by Stéphane Mallarmé as reinterpreted by 20th century Belgian artist Marcel Broodthaers, this project by long-time collaborators Lollis and Deeg prompts an examination of how a book’s sensory characteristics impacts the reader’s experience. Screenprinted on matte translucent pages that crinkle loudly when turned, the sequence of fragmented synonyms in English, Dutch, French and German words are layered with flattened representations of objects and spaces. Though the reader can see through overlapping text and imagery, the transparent pages create more confusion than clarity. Spreads open in unexpected ways or not at all, occasionally obscuring images printed on hidden folds. The random sequence of ideas challenges readers’ expectations about narrative structure while evoking the discomforts of tourism, feeling unable to access a real understanding of a strange place while simultaneously breathing in all the unfamiliar sights and sounds.
Publisher
etc. Press
Subject
language, collaboration, language barriers, translation, photography, ekphrasis
Extent
13.75 x 9.25 x 1"; 40 pages.
Style
Post and screw binding.
Material
Cristalla Transparent paper from Römertum Feinpapiere. Housed in gray-board box with title stamped on lid.
Technique
Screenprinting.
Date
2011
Recommended Citation
Deeg, Daniela and Lollis, Cynthia, "A Throw of the Dice will Never Abolish Chance (Ein Würfelwurf kann den Zufall nicht abschaffen)" (2011). Rollins College Book Arts Collection. 129.
https://scholarship.rollins.edu/book_arts/129
Other Information
Edition 13 of 18. Signed by the artist. For more information, visit http://www.vampandtramp.com/finepress/e/etc-press.html.