A Book from the Sky

Definition

A Book from the Sky is a mixed-media installation created by Chinese artist Xu Bing in the late 1980s. It consists of handmade books and scrolls filled with thousands of illegible characters that resemble traditional Chinese calligraphy.

Related terms

Xu Bing: Xu Bing is the Chinese artist who created A Book from the Sky. He is known for his innovative use of language and calligraphy in his artwork.

Calligraphy: Calligraphy is an artistic form of handwriting or lettering. In A Book from the Sky, Xu Bing uses calligraphic characters that are visually appealing but have no actual meaning.

Conceptual Art: Conceptual art is an art movement where the idea or concept behind the artwork takes precedence over its physical form. A Book from the Sky challenges traditional notions of language and communication within conceptual art.