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Kein Fehler im System. 1978.
Portfolio. Original graphic publication with embossed prints by Günther Uecker and texts by Eugen Gomringer. 7 embossed prints with lithography, of which one on the the cover, the other 6 loosely inserted, and text pages with an unsystematic selection of sentences from the eponymous (imaginary) computer textbook "Kein Fehler im System" by Eugen Gomringer. Published by Verlag 3, Zurich 1978.
Dombrowe L 7815. Signed and dedicated on one of the first pages. Each of the 6 loosely inserted embossed prints signed and dated. Also numbered in the imprint and signed by Uecker and Gomringer. From the extra edition of the first 25 copies numbered in Arabic from a total edition of 155 copies. On creme wove paper. Single sheet: 22 x 18 cm (8.6 x 7 in). Double sheet: 22 x 36 cm (8,6 x 14,1 in).
Printed by Erker Presse, St. Gallen. In the original canvas slipcase. The complete set. [JS].
• Artist's book: Fascinating combination of images and text.
• One of the rare copies with the signed prints. The loosely inserted double-page embossed print (with centerfold) and each of the 5 loose single-page embossed prints signed and dated.
• Rare copy with personal dedication.
• Signed in the imprint by Uecker and Eugen Gomringer, a founding figure of Concrete Poetry.
In good condition. With very few faint signs of wear. Primarily the slipcase with faint traces of rubbing and minimally soiled.
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