Codex Seraphinianus

On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of its original publication, this special edition of the beloved, best-selling cult classic features a new design, a new cover illustration, and 15 previously unpublished drawings. With an engaging new layout redesigned by the author himself, this edition is a must-have for fans and collectors of Luigi Serafini's art. First published in Milan in 1981, the book has been celebrated as one of the most unusual and simultaneously beautiful art books ever created. It is a visual encyclopedia of an unknown world, written in an unknown language, which has sparked many debates about its meaning. Written for the information age, it addresses the significance of coding and decoding in genetics, literary criticism, and computer science, captivating and enchanting two generations so far.

Although its message may be unclear, its appeal is evident: it is an extraordinarily exquisite artifact that blurs the line between art book and art object. This edition presents it in a new, unparalleled light, complemented by 15 new illustrations by the author. With the rise of new forms of communication, continuous streams of information, and social media, the Codex is more relevant and contemporary than ever.

A limited, numbered deluxe edition, bound in real cloth and presented in an attractive slipcase, is also available. It includes a signed print of a new illustration created by the author to commemorate the 700th anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri in 1321, one of Italy's greatest writers and the creator of the Divine Comedy.