I am captivated by the direct emotional charge of this provenance. It connects the artwork not just to the artist, but to his most intimate circle—his wife, Juliet. This book is a unique Mementos & Curiosities item, allowing a collector to own a tangible link to the inner life and humour of one of Surrealism’s most influential figures. We celebrate its blend of Dadaist wit and literary form.
Artist: Man Ray (1890–1976)
Title: Alphabet for Adults
Publisher: Copley Galleries, Beverly Hills
Year Published: December 1948
Edition: Limited (500 copies)
Format: Quarto (29 x 22.5 cm)
Provenance: Jerry Gold (Juliet Man Ray’s secretary) & David Gieseman
Dossier: VVO240034
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