ARGONAUT BOOKS

As an inescapable aspect of everyday life, money has appeared in art throughout its history. Many modern artists have used currency to reflect on various economic, political and social concerns. Some use physical money - banknotes, coins, checks and credit cards - as an actual art material to subvert notions of value, while others have embraced digital currencies, looking forward to a possible future where money is wholly intangible. This book is an accessible yet thought-provoking publication that features an intriguing selection of modern and contemporary art. David Trigg gathers a selection...Read More