Christo and Jeanne-Claude: The Gates: Central Park, New York City 1979-2005 Book

February 2005 marked the ephemeral installation of a monumental work of art in New York City's Central Park by Christo and Jeanne-Claude. First conceived in 1979 but rejected by New York City government in 1981, the project, featuring 7500 16-foot-high vinyl gates lining the park's paths, from which hang from saffron-colored fabric panels, was finally approved by the governor in 2003. Seen from the buildings surrounding the park, The Gates looked like a golden, flowing river, while those walking through them experienced the ambience of a fluid, golden ceiling. Financed entirely by artists through their C.V.J. Corporation, The Gates were fabricated and assembled in local factories and installed by local workers, thus providing employment for thousands of New York City residents.Unrolled on February 12, "Flowering Day," The Gates remained in place for sixteen days, after which they were disassembled and the materials recycled. The installation was free for all visitors, who continued to use Central Park undisturbed during the whole process. This historic event was intended to provide a memorable and joyous experience for every New Yorker, and this special collector's volume documents the entire project from conception to realization to dismantling. Designed by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, with texts by the latter and Jonathan Henery and illustrated by exclusive photographs by Wolfgang Volz, this limited-edition volume is the ultimate book object for fans and visitors who want a lasting and unique souvenir of this remarkable event. * Limited edition of 5000 numbered copies, signed and numbered by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, as well as their exclusive photographer Wolfgang Volz
* Contains all preparatory drawings and collages, as well as all important documents, engineering drawings, technical data, maps, and photographs from 1979 to 2005
* Each copy comes with a 24 x 24 cm piece of the fabric used for the work of art
* The third volume in our Christo and Jeanne-Claude collector's series, complementing Wrapped Reichstag and Umbrellas.