Marcel Broodthaers' 1970-71 Artist Book 'Musée d'Art Moderne à vendre–pour cause de faillite'

Marcel Broodthaers created 'Musée d'Art Moderne à vendre–pour cause de faillite' (Museum of Modern Art for sale–due to bankruptcy) between 1970 and 1971. This artist's book features a letterpress dust jacket wrapped around the catalogue for the Kӧlner Kunstmarkt '71, published in Cologne by Kӧlner Kunstmarkt in 1971. The work includes inscriptions by Broodthaers and measures 17 11/16 x 12 5/8 x 5/16 inches when folded with the catalog. The Estate of Marcel Broodthaers, Artists Rights Society, and SABAM Brussels hold the copyright, noted as © 2016. This information was posted on artcritical.com on April 7, 2016, at 1:17 am. The entry was categorized under WordPress-powered content with RSS feed capabilities. Broodthaers' conceptual piece critiques institutional frameworks through its presentation as a bankrupt museum for sale. The work incorporates the actual catalog from the Cologne art market event, blending artistic intervention with existing art world documentation. Its dimensions and material specifications are precisely documented. The copyright information confirms ongoing management of Broodthaers' artistic legacy through established rights organizations.