Hanne Darboven, Bilddokumentation '78' (Picture Documentation '78)

Multiple, set of 42 postcards, each 14.8 x 10.5 cm, offset printed both sides in b/w. Kept in original grey cardboard slipcase, 15 x 11 cm. N.p., ABC-Edition, N.d. Printed by Sost & Co (Np, Hamburg). One introduction card shows title information in facsmile handwriting by the artist, other cards feature photographic images. Printed address field on verso postcards, title 'Bilddokumentation '78' Hanne Darboven', publisher and printer name. Unknown edition size.

The postcards show collaged motifs of various objects from Darboven's studio, such as a telescope, magnifying glass, clock and globe. The objects are classified in three categories: history (18 cards), intellectual development (6 cards) and technical development (17 cards). These works re-appear in several works by the artist (for example printed together on 3 posters in 1988). The cards are in mint condition, the slipcase has handling wear and remnants of a red rubber band on front and back. No other sets found, super rare beautiful item.