Codex Seraphinianus. 40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition ( Numbered 471/ 978 copies - Signed / Numbered )

Deluxe, signed edition of the world-renowned Codex Seraphinianus by Italian artist, architect Luigi Serafini. A bizarre coded, illustrated fantasy that is extremely unusual and entertaining. This anniversary edition-redesigned by the author and featuring new illustrations-originally published by Franco María Ricci in 1981. The book is Limited edition and numbered 471/978 copies and is part of the US edition signed by the author. It also includes a protective box lined in red fabric and gilded decorations; Also attached is the "Decodex" small brochure with the explanation of how the codex was created in the late 70's. In protective box with the advent of new media and forms of communication and continuous streams of information, the Codex is now more relevant and timely than ever. Signed and Numbered limited edition. The books listing price is USD$500 Published to coincide with the 40th anniversary of its original publication, this special edition of the beloved, best-selling cult classic features a new design, new cover illustration, and 15 never-before-seen drawings. Featuring a handsome new package redesigned by the author himself, this edition is a must-have for fans and collectors of Luigi Serafini’s art. First published in 1981 in Milan by F.M. Ricci, the book has been hailed as one of the most unusual yet beautiful art books ever made. A visual encyclopedia of an unknown world written in an unknown language, it has fueled much debate over its meaning. Written for the information age and addressing the import of coding and decoding in genetics, literary criticism, and computer science, it has now fascinated and enchanted two generations.

While its message may be unclear, its appeal is obvious: it is a most exquisite artifact, blurring the line between art book and art object. This edition presents it in a new, unparalleled light complete with 15 new illustrations by the author. With the advent of new forms of communication, continuous streams of information, and social media, the Codex is more relevant and timely than ever.

A limited numbered deluxe edition, bound in real cloth and presented in a handsome slipcase, is also available. It includes a signed print of a new illustration numbered 236/489 made by the author to commemorate the 700th anniversary of the death in 1321 of Dante Alighieri, one of Italy’s greatest writers and creator of The Divine Comedy. Bibliographic Details Title: Codex Seraphinianus. Deluxe limited edition Publisher: Rizzoli, Milano Binding: Hardcover Illustrator: Luigi Serafini Book Condition: New Dust Jacket Condition: New Signed: Signed by author Numbered : 471/978 Book Type: Limited Edition