Ubu #[nn]

The bold yellow cover of this 2005 Editions de l'An 2 release announces Franciszka Themerson's distinctive vision of Ubu, featuring two loosely rendered figures — one wild-haired and alert, the other round and drowsily curled — drifting together on flowing, wave-like lines. Themerson's ink-work is immediately striking: fluid yet expressive, capturing a mood that's equal parts absurdist and tender. At 15.00 EUR, this is a beautifully designed volume that wears its artistic personality proudly on its cover.