RAYMOND PETTIBON | The Books 1978-1998 - hardcover

The very scarce hardcover edition in mint condition. 20 years of Pettibon zines in a single, beautiful book.  A necessary reference for Pettibon fans. Thirty of Pettibon's books + zines reprinted in the original format. Includes a bibliography of 111 books. Thick volume full of Pettibon's stylish and provocative black + white drawings and text. Dust jacket has very minimal wear at top of spine. Pristine book. Jacket protected in clear plastic sleeve. As-new book in fine jacket. Fine condition overall. This book is a catalogue raisonne of his artist books produced between 1978 and 1998, many of which are now extremely rare and highly collected in both the art world and underground music circles. Popularized by small, independent music labels and publishers like SST and Superflux, these booklets and zines were originally available only in very small print runs, edition sizes ranged from 30 to 150 copies, where Pettibon's rough yet cultivated style became synonymous with the late 70s and