1 / 7Marcel Duchamp: Illustrated Art Monograph
Marcel Duchamp is an illustrated art monograph covering six decades of the artist’s work, from paintings and sculpture to readymades, film and photography. Its 388 pages pair more than 300 works with a researched chronology and essays, making it relevant to both visual browsing and study.
At a glance
- Illustrated with more than 300 works across painting, sculpture, readymades, film, photography and ephemera.
- Covers six decades of Duchamp’s creative output.
- Includes a chronology interwoven with archival and documentary material.
- Introduction by curators Ann Temkin, Michelle Kuo and Matthew Affron.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The broad range of media makes it useful for exploring more than Duchamp’s paintings and sculpture.
- Combines substantial visual content with chronology and curatorial essays for contextual study.
Cons
- At 2.04 kg and 23.5 x 3.5 x 27.2 cm, it is a substantial book rather than a lightweight carry-around volume.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | The Museum of Modern Art, New York |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 23 April 2026 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 388 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1633451801 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1633451803 |
| Item weight | 2.04 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 23.5 x 3.5 x 27.2 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking an illustrated overview of Marcel Duchamp’s work and career.
- Art students, artists and scholars looking for a visual reference with chronology and curatorial context.
Less suited to
- Readers who want a compact or lightweight book.
- Buyers seeking a specialist text focused on only one medium or period.
Frequently asked questions
What does this Marcel Duchamp book cover?
The listing describes work across six decades, including painting, sculpture, readymades, film, photography and ephemera.
Does it include material beyond reproductions of artworks?
Yes. The listing says it includes a researched chronology with archival and documentary material, as well as an introduction by three curators.
Is this a compact book?
It is listed at 2.04 kg and 23.5 x 3.5 x 27.2 cm, so it is better suited to reading or reference at home than carrying lightly.
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