THE WARP OF TIME

Art book about Hydra island and its creative heritage through the history of the famed 18th century mansion. Known locally as Old Carpet Factory, the house belongs to music producer and collector Stephan Colloredo - Mansfeld, who turned the property into a unique recording studio that became a refuge for artists seeking the simplicity and beauty of the past. Limited to 250 copies, the double-sided accordion-fold publication—housed in a slipcase printed with a reproduction of Margherita Chiarva’s “Bat and Bruce” (2015) and a quotation by the artist Clara Cerbian. The covers reproduce pages of a guest book signed by artists, musicians, and friends of the Old Carpet Factory. Contributors: Ekaterina Juskowski authors an essay about the mansion’s history and its owners. In addition, the book includes an essay by Egill Sæbjörnsson, an excerpt by novelist Makis Malafekas, text by Lewis Lazar, and a song by Emma Louise accompanying photo essays by Margherita Chiarva, Bill Georgoussis, François Valenza, and Arturo + Bamboo.

Publisher: MnemosyneProjects Publicationdate:2024 Format:Hardcoveraccordioninslipcase Dimensions:81/2×101/2inches(21.6×26.7cm) Pages:68 Edition:250copies