Barbara Kruger, two artists' books 1988-1990

(1) Barbara Kruger. New York, Mary Boone and Michael Werner, 1988. Large artists' book published in conjunction with a show at Mary Boone gallery 7 -28 January 1989. Cloth hardcover, 33.5 x 33.5 cm, 24 pp. Designed by Anthony McCall Associates New York. With text 'The World According to Common Sense: A General Guide to the Work of Barbara Kruger' by Angela Carter. Features 8 superb full page colour printed Kruger works on thick paper. Cover with corner bumps, first text pages with age-spotting, the plates are very good. Extremely rare.

(2) Love for Sale: The Words and Pictures of Barbara Kruger. New York, Harry N Abrams Inc, 1990. First edition. Hardcover, 32 x 27 cm, 96 pp., b/w and colour ills. Striking cover with b/w photographic image and red, black, and white lettering. Monograph featuring Kruger's signature image- and text montages provoking thoughtful reflection on consumerism, feminism, and social behavior. Text by Kate Linker. Faded spine, corner bumps to cover, overall fine copy. (total 2)