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The fifth paper book sculpture: Tea, cake and a book
Unknown, 2012, Book, Paper
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The fifth paper book sculpture: Tea, cake and a book
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The fifth paper book sculpture: Tea, cake and a book
Description
A close up of the top of the cup of tea. The words swirling like milk on the top read 'Nothing beats a nice cup of tea (or coffee) and a really great BOOK'.
Nearby the cake can be seen and it has the line 'except maybe a cake as well' pasted to the base just in front of it.
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Unknown
Date
2012
Type
Book; Paper
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
This sculpture was one of three sculptures found in August 2011. This sculpture was found on the 24th August in the bookshop of the Edinburgh International Book Festival.
Made from an unknown book with book pages added in, coloured card, string, PVA glue and a knitting needle; the mysterious artist puts messages in the work in many different places.
The sentiments in this piece are thought to refer to the general atmosphere of the Book Festival where everyone from author to interested festival-goer, can read, listen to author talks, eat, drink and generally relax and enjoy themselves. The Edinburgh International Book Festival is based in a series of tents erected within Charlotte Square and runs through the month of August each year.
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GiftED - The Mystery Book Sculptures
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