Pistol/pistil : botanical ballistics

Access and use

Location of collection:
University of Richmond
Rare Books and Special Collections
Boatwright Library
University of Richmond
28 Westhampton Way
Richmond, VA 23173
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Lynda Kachurek
Phone: (804) 289-8458
Fax: (804) 287-1840

Summary

Extent:
1 Volumes
Creator:
Kalmbach, Ann E., Kalmbach, Ann E., Kellner, Tana, Kellner, Tana, KaKeART (Group of artists), Women's Studio Workshop, and University of Southern Maine
Abstract:
"This accordion fold book examines the use of ordinary words in both botanical and military context. These definitions are juxtaposed with stories and statistics relating to farming and violence."--Women's Studio Workshop website (viewed Oct. 20, 2022)
Language:
English

Background

Physical description:
"Silkscreen printed on Mowhawk [sic] Superfine, UV Ultra and Handmade Abaca Fiber Paper." --Colophon Single sheet accordion fold book (26 panels) attached front and back with screw and post binding with snakeskin hinges to wooden covers. Text and color illustrations on one side and illustrated endpapers and front cover. Five illustrated additions are handbound into folds of the accordion. Two are cards, one is a card with a pop-up, one is a glassine envelope containing a slice of dried squash, and one is made from handmade, illustrated, waxed paper with slices of mushroom incorporated into the paper. Silkscreen printed on Mohawk Superfine, UV Ultra, and handmade abacá fiber paper.
Physical facet:
1 folded sheet ([26] p.) : includes illustrations
Dimensions:
23 cm
Material specific details:
Rare Book Room copy is edition 91 of 100 copies.