THE BOOK OF HOV
Limited Edition
Assouline collaborated with Daniel Arsham, the celebrated American visual artist— who created the aforementioned iconic “HOV Hands” sculpture for the Brooklyn exhibition—to produce an exclusive Limited Edition of The Book of HOV.
The Book of HOV
LIMITED EDITION
A convergence of art, music, and culture, this extraordinary Limited Edition is both a museum-quality sculpture and a significant cultural artifact. Exclusively designed for the most discerning collectors, it is hand-signed by celebrated artist Daniel Arsham and crafted with unparalleled attention to detail.
Limited to just five numbered copies worldwide, the edition features a custom “JAY-Z blue” dyed leather binding and a silver-foil stamped tri-fold cover, embodying his legendary manifestations. Each book is encased in a striking white-bronze clamshell sculpted by Arsham, bearing his signature eroded aesthetic. This sculptural case is etched with some of JAY-Z’s most memorable lyrics beneath the bold, embossed title: The Book of HOV.
Price upon request. Please email specialrequest@assouline.com for further inquiries.
Meet the artist
Daniel Arsham is a renowned contemporary artist known for his "fictional archeology" style, which explores the intersection of time and culture. His HOV Hands sculpture, created for The Book of HOV exhibition at the Brooklyn Public Library, captures JAY-Z’s iconic diamond hand sign, symbolizing both his legacy and impact. Assouline’s Limited Edition of the book collaborates with Arsham to transform the work into a sculptural artifact, blending his eroded design with Assouline’s luxury craftsmanship.
Daniel Arsham, Brooklyn NY 2024