De–Building
Justin Paton
ISBN: 978-1-877375-24-8
Hard cover book with exposed spine
– PANZ Book Awards 2012
From award-winning author and curator Justin Paton, this stylish little book features fourteen remarkable artists who draw attention to – and inspiration from – spaces that are usually behind the scenes.
Winner of the Judges Special Award at the 2012 Museums Austalia Design and Pubilcation Awards.
Higly Commended, PANZ Book Awards 2012 Mary Egan Award for Best Typography.
Author: Justin Paton
Pages: 101
Dimensions: 210 x 148mm
Imprint: Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū
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