Ulises Carrión. Original stationary for Other Books and So Archive

(1) Envelope with graphic logo of Other Books and So Archive, Bloemgracht 121, Amsterdam, produced in 1979. Offset-printed black on white stock, 11 x 22 cm. (2) Sheet of writing paper with graphic logo of Other Books and So Archive, Ten Katestraat 53, Amsterdam, produced in 1979-1980. Offset-printed black on white stock, 29.7 x 21 cm. Both copies mint.

Designed by Ulises Carrión (1941-1989), founder of the legendary bookshop and gallery Other Books and So in Amsterdam (1975-1979), the first of its kind dedicated to artists’ publications and mail art. In 1979 the bookstore/ gallery closed, but it was reestablished as Other Books and So Archive, initially based at Bloemgracht 121, then hosted at the artist’s home at the Ten Katestraat 53. (total 2)