On My Way to Where by Lawrence Weiner
Stedelijk Museum / Seth Siegelaub · Books & Media > Art & Photography Books
Era / Decade
Late 1960s (circa 1969)
Material
Paperback or hardcover artist book with canvas/cloth spine and cardboard boards
Condition
Good, minor shelf wear and age toning typical for vintage conceptual art editions, no major tears or missing pages visible from the cover exterior
Demand Level
Niche
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$100 - $250 - $450 (depending on exact edition, presence of slipcase, and collector demand)
Estimated Retail Value
Varies significantly ($15 - $50 originally depending on the specific artist book edition release)
Comparable Sales
Lawrence Weiner artist books and exhibition catalogues from this era typically sell between $120 and $400 on specialized rare book platforms like AbeBooks and curated art book auctions.
Description
Collectible conceptual artist book titled 'On My Way to Where' by prominent conceptual artist Lawrence Weiner. Features a distinct two-tone binding with a dark red spine and off-white/cream boards with stamped black lettering. A sought-after piece for collectors of 1960s and 1970s conceptual art ephemera.
Key Features
Works by Lawrence Weiner are highly collectible in the contemporary and conceptual art market; early artist books function both as literature and sculpture objects
Authenticity Indicators
Check for publisher colophon page, typography matching Weiner's standard use of custom sans-serif lettering, and historical paper stock; Confidence Level: High
Flaws to Note
Light discoloration, fading, or yellowing of the off-white paper boards due to age, possible minor edge wear along the spine
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
AbeBooks, eBay, specialized art book dealers, or high-end auction houses dealing in contemporary art and ephemera
Selling Tips
List with precise bibliographic details including publisher, year, and printing number if applicable. Target art book collectors and museum ephemera buyers. Ship securely in a cardboard book box with bubble wrap.