A book of instructions and drawings by yoko ono by. Grapefruit by yoko ono back in print for the first time in nearly thirty years, here is yoko ono s whimsical, delightful, subversive, startling book of. See all books authored by yoko ono, including grapefruit. David bourdon, as quoted in the new york times, 251989 extremely rare first edition of yoko onos highly influential conceptual art book, signed and inscribed by yoko ono on the front free endpaper. Back in print for the first time in nearly thirty years, here is yoko onos whimsical, delightful, subversive, startling book of.
Yoko ono and john lennon at a book signing for grapefruit in london. Yoko ono reading instructions from her grapefruit book. In 1964, yoko had selfpublished 500 copies of grapefruit, her goodnaturedly defiant little book. In just about fine condition, with only the slightest bit of edgewear and some creasing near. Oct 10, 2000 grapefruit by yoko ono, 9780743201100, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. It is funny how ones perceptions change over thirty years for better or for worse. Back in print for the first time in nearly thirty years, here is yoko onos whimsical, delightful, subversive, startling book of instructions for art and for life. Signed and dated 2001 nycon the title page by yoko ono. Grapefruit by yoko ono introductory drawings by john lennon.
She says my interest is mainly in painting to construct in your head. Her previous books include grapefruit and an invisible flower with sean ono lennon. Yoko ono is a seminal figure in the development of conceptual art, performance and fluxus, as well as film and new music. Jun 09, 2017 grapefruit was a primary inspiration for john lennons 1971 hit song imagine, saying later that it should be credited as a lennonono song because a lot of itthe lyric and the conceptcame from yoko theres a whole pile of pieces about imagine this and imagine that. Oct 10, 2000 yoko ono was born in 1933 in tokyo, japan. Yoko has a lyrical, poetic dimension that sets her apart from the other conceptual artists. Burn this story about yoko ono after youve read it pbs. Her artists book grapefruit, first published in 1964 in tokyo by wunternaum press in an edition of 500 copies, contains more than 150 works divided into five sections. Yoko onos strange fruit grapefruit madeline bocaro.
Yoko onos guide to living art swann galleries news. Sep 21, 2017 yoko ono s 1964 book grapefruit, an early experiment in conceptual art, inspired the lyrics to john lennons imagine. Grapefruit by yoko ono back in print for the first time in nearly thirty years, here is yoko onos whimsical, delightful, subversive, startling book of. Regarded as poetry, thought bombs, metaphysical metrics, and kodachrome luminescences, a long outofprint collection of yoko ono s synthesis of the fluxus art movement and the written word is an original work reflecting her restless creative spirit.
Grapefruit back in print for the first time in nearly thirty years, here is yoko onos whimsical, delightful, subversive, startling book of instructions for art and for life. Why yoko onos strange art book grapefruit is a welcome remedy. In acorn, she offers enchanting and thoughtprovoking exercises that open our eyesand all of our sensesto more creative and mindful ways of relating to ourselves, each other, and the planet we cohabit. Grapefruit first edition, inscribed at the judson church gallery opening, 1966 author. David bourdon, as quoted in the new york times, 251989 extremely rare first edition of yoko onos highly influential conceptual art book, signed by yoko ono on the flyleaf.
She was married to english singersongwriter john lennon of the. Yoko ono legendary avantgarde icon yoko ono has inspired generations of artists and performers. One of my favourties is the do it yourself synopsis at the beginning. A dream you dream alone may be a dream, but a dream two people dream together is a reality.
The many reasons why its time to revisit the conceptual art book. David bourdon, as quoted in the new york times, 251989 extremely rare first edition of yoko ono s highly influential conceptual art book, signed and inscribed by yoko ono on the. An important archive relating to the british publication of yoko ono s grapefruit, comprising the true first edition limited to 500 copies tokyo, 1964 used for setting the uk edition. First printing of the first british commonwealth edition. Yoko ono grapefruit 1970 signed 1st british edition. A book of instructions and drawings by yoko ono yoko ono on. These worksconceptual instructionsare the culmination of a. The first touchstone paperback edition of yoko ono s illustrated book, after the exceedingly rare 1964 first edition, of which only 500 copies were printed in tokyo. Her work also encompasses performance art, which she performs in both english and japanese, and filmmaking. Grapefruit yoko ono john lennon first edition signed. Grapefruit 9780743201100 by ono, yoko and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Grapefruit signed first edition yoko ono first thus. Yoko ono grapefruit first edition inscribed at the judson. It is a piece of incredible artistic work, only because it really allows you into yoko onos thought process.
I loved the book and kept it rather than follow yokos instructions to burn it afterward. The first touchstone paperback edition of yoko onos illustrated book, after the exceedingly rare 1964 first edition, of which only 500 copies were printed in tokyo. A book of instructions and drawings by yoko ono, and memories of john lennon, and more on. Yoko ono publishes poetry sequel 50 years after first book. Bookstores are full of self help books and card decks to inspire. One of 500 copies printed, preceding the uk edition by four years. Grapefruit by ono, yoko and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Grapefruit by yoko ono, 9780743201100, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Take the sound of stone aging and enjoy this gem of a book. I bought this book in england in 1970 when it was released with the charming cover of a grapefruit atop a female posterior.
Yoko onos poems, drawings, and instructions for life. First sphere books edition of this early example of conceptual art. David bourdon, as quoted in the new york times, 251989 extremely rare first edition of yoko ono s highly influential conceptual art book, signed by yoko ono on the flyleaf. An important archive relating to the british publication of yoko onos grapefruit, comprising the true first edition limited to 500 copies tokyo, 1964 used for setting the uk edition. It compiled the absurd, funny, and openended ideas that she had been jotting down since she. Grapefruit is an artists book written by yoko ono, originally published in 1964. Grapefruit back in print for the first time in nearly thirty years, here is yoko ono s whimsical, delightful, subversive, startling book of instructions for art and for life. Inscribed on the front endpaper to paul, love yoko ono. Still somewhat innocent, and yet, very wise in the the ways of the world.
To helen, 1966, opening judson church gallery nyc, ny yoko ono. Grapefruit is one of the monuments of conceptual art of the early 1960s. Yoko ono has 51 books on goodreads with 26956 ratings. Grapefruit by yoko ono art bibliographies cite this for me. A book of instructions and drawings by yoko ono public library part irreverent activity book for. One woman show, 19601971 and revisiting the first edition of the conceptualart compendium grapefruit. See more ideas about yoko ono, yoko and in this moment. But grapefruit shows you the early yoko, including new material in this edition. Ono continues her artistic endeavors as a writer, painter, and musician.
She was married to john lennon from 1969 until his death in 1980. I loved the book and kept it rather than follow yoko s instructions to burn it afterward. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Originally published in 1970, grapefruit remains one of the icons of a generation, with a mixture of poetic verse, drawings, mock questionnaires, and more. It has become famous as an early example of conceptual art, containing a series of event scores that replace the physical work of art the traditional stockintrade of artists with instructions that an individual may, or may not, wish to enact. The author, poet, and conceptual artists first book. Back in print for the first time in nearly thirty years, here is yoko ono s whimsical, delightful, subversive, startling book of instructions for art and for life. Together, the two formed the plastic ono band and spent much of their time on peace and humanitarian efforts. It has become famous as an early example of conceptual art, containing a series. The yes yoko ono book details her entire career up to 2000. Signed on the first blank by yoko in black felt pen and lennon in blue felt pen. Grapefruit book by yoko ono, john lennon official publisher. The guests go in to supper melody sumner, john cage, robert ashley, yoko ono, laurie anderson, charles amirkhanian, michael peppe and k. Included in momas exhibition book is a 1971 letter from ono to the fluxus ringleader george maciunas, in which she sternly and righteously.
Grapefruit is a must for all those who are interested in fluxus, instructional painting and yoko ono. Yoko a dream you dream alone may be a dream, but a dream two people dream together is a reality. Jul 12, 20 acorn is a sort of sequel to grapefruit, onos influential first book, which was published in 1964, before she became involved with john lennon. Yoko ono is a japanese artist and political activist, known for her work in avantgarde art, music and filmmaking. Grapefruit yoko ono inbunden 9780743201100 adlibris.
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