Ephemera, 2009

Basel 2015

Christian Marclay Ephemera, 2009 28 folios  40 x 60 cm each  Cardboard slipcase, 41 x 30.4 x 3.2 cm  Limited edition of 90 numbered and signed copies and 10 artist’s proofs  Produced and published in 2009 by mfc-michèle didier   ©2009 Christian Marclay and mfc-michèle didier "Ephemera" is the result of the long-term accumulation of eclectic and decorative musical notations, gleaned from here and there in various advertisements, illustrations, menus, candy wrappings etc. These ephemera have been assembled, photographed and reproduced in a series of 28 folios. From this ensemble of printed motifs, Christian Marclay has created a musical score named Ephemera, which is intended to be played by professional musicians.