Description
Offered here is a rare, signed and inscribed copy of Caryl Picker: Sculptor & Jewelry Designer, a privately printed monograph documenting the powerful work and commissions of New York-based artist Caryl Picker. Known for her evocative sculptures in bronze and precious metals, Picker created lasting pieces that have been permanently installed in landmark institutions.
This particular copy is inscribed by the artist to “Joan and Mike” with a heartfelt personal message and dated “12/12,” making it a highly collectible presentation piece.
Caryl Picker’s work bridged the worlds of art, religion, and public memory. Among her most notable achievements:
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Commissioned by Absolut Vodka in 1991 for a presentation piece to Gerald Arpino of the Joffrey Ballet, with the sculpture later displayed at a high-profile gala chaired by Nancy Reagan and Patricia Kennedy.
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In 1992, her sculptures were featured in five Tiffany & Co. Fifth Avenue store windows as part of a curated three-week exhibition.
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Commissioned to create a 7-foot bronze sculpture titled Make Them Joyful in My House of Prayer to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Temple Shaaray Tefila in NYC, where the work remains permanently displayed at 79th Street and Second Avenue.
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Her Holocaust memorial sculpture Lest We Forget stands permanently at the Jewish Community Center in Scranton, Pennsylvania. It features a harrowing depiction of suffering and hope, representing both memory and resilience.
This publication offers a compelling visual and textual overview of Picker’s career, including a full-page image of the Temple Shaaray Tefila sculpture and a detailed account of her major works and commissions.
Condition: Near fine with minor shelf wear to the dust jacket. The inscription page is clean and boldly signed. Please view all the photos for the best representation of condition.
This is a deeply meaningful piece for collectors of Judaica, 20th-century sculpture, or American women artists. Signed copies are exceptionally scarce, especially those tied directly to her most enduring public works.
