The Matthew Barney The Cremaster Cycle book is a book written in English by the artist Matthew Barney. It delves into the topic of cycling and was published in Germany. The book does not mention whether it is signed or not, making it a unique and intriguing read for fans of cycling and artistic works. Published by the Guggenheim Museum / Abrams, and Thames & Hudson with sponsorship by Hugo Boss. This book is in excellent condition, near mint (with exception of a tiny spot on the cover), and comes with the original dust jacket.

  • Matthew Barney's Cremaster Cycle:
    This is a series of five films created by Barney, exploring themes of sexual differentiation and biological processes. 
  • Content:
    The book includes stills from the films, related sculptures, photographs, drawings, and storyboards. It also features essays by Nancy Spector (curator of the Guggenheim exhibition) and Neville Wakefield, along with a "Cremaster Glossary" by Wakefield. 
  • Purpose:
    The book was published to accompany a major exhibition of the Cremaster cycle at the Guggenheim Museum. 
  • Key Themes:
    The book delves into the diverse themes and innovative aesthetic vocabulary of the Cremaster cycle, using the biological model of sexual difference as a starting point. 
  • Collaborators:
    The book also includes interviews with key collaborators, offering insight into Barney's working process.