Brooklyn Bridge: A Love Song.
Cleveland, 2002. 12 x 14. (28) pages on 14 leaves of aluminum on paper hinges. Quarter morocco binding with aluminum sides; aluminum felt-lined tray case with aluminum label. As new, with the 4-page prospectus, Notice on interleaving, and the rare waxing kit. Item #18701
"A book of paintings, material studies and poetry inspired by the Great Bridge."
Don Glaister's poem celebrates the material and symbolic richness of the bridge. There are are five double-page acrylic paintings of the bridge seen at different angles, seasons and times of day (Winter Morning, August Afternoon). Interspaced with these are nine abstract studies exploring the essence of "bridgeness." These studies are made with acrylic paint, wire, aluminum tape, laminated polyester film and sand. A lovely, vibrant work. One of 60 similar copies, signed. As each book is entirely and separately handmade, no two are identical.
The waxing kit: 5 different vials of Renaissance Wax and 2 cloths in a compartmented plastic case, with cover letter and directions. Glaister received some reports of a few leaves sticking, apparently caused by the high Summer humidity in his un-airconditioned Cleveland studio. This kit was never used, as Don sent a bookbinder to our shop to treat our copies.
Price: $8,000.00