Parkett No. 65

A sought-after issue of the renowned contemporary art magazine

The editions of Parkett are considered true collector’s items in the world of contemporary art publications. Known for its bilingual format (English/German) and close collaboration with leading international artists, Parkett has been an indispensable platform for critical essays, artist projects, and limited editions since its founding in 1984.

Contents and highlights

Here are some of the artists and artworks featured in Parkett No. 65 (2002), and what is known about them:

Artists featured in Parkett No. 65

• John Currin (USA) — painter known for his figurative work, often ironic takes on beauty, kitsch, and the body. Parkett 65 includes a collaboration project with him. 

• Laura Owens (USA) — American painter, part of the Los Angeles scene; her Parkett 65 contribution includes a visual project and an “Untitled (for Parkett 65)” print. 

• Michael Raedecker (Netherlands) — featured with The Other Side (für Parkett 65), an edition/multiple made for this issue. Raedecker is known for textured, layered works often combining paint with thread or materials in painterly landscapes. 

Key themes / what this issue emphasizes

• The notion of “painting space” is central in this volume: the issue explores how artists like Currin, Owens, and Raedecker work with space in their imagery—not so much illusionistic depth as breathing room, ambiguity, materiality. 

• Collaboration with artists in mid-career, giving them space for both text and artistic editions (prints, lithographs, etc.) in addition to visual and critical essays. 

Collectibility and condition

Because Parkett ceased publication in 2017, complete and well-preserved issues have become increasingly scarce and highly desirable among collectors, researchers, and art lovers. This particular copy of issue 65 remains in very good condition: the interior is clean, the binding firm, and the cover intact with only minor traces of handling.

About Parkett

Founded in Zurich and New York, Parkett collaborated with over 270 artists throughout its history, including Jeff Koons, Cindy Sherman, Gerhard Richter, Damien Hirst, and many others. Each issue typically focused on three or four artists, combining theoretical texts, visual contributions, and often exclusive editions. Its unique concept made Parkett an essential reference for anyone interested in contemporary art from the 1980s to the 2000s.

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Product Information:
Title: Parkett No. 65
Year: 2002
Publisher: Parkett Verlag, Zurich / New York
Language: English & German (bilingual)
Binding: Softcover with flaps
Pages: ca. 300 (illustrated throughout)
Condition: Very good; interior excellent, cover with light traces of use
ISBN: 3907509151
ISSN: 0255-900X
Categories: Contemporary Art, Art Magazines, Collectibles, Artist Monographs

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