Since 1962, John Giorno has been disseminating his streetwise, pioneering poetry to audiences worldwide. He lifts his poems off the page, delivering them through rhythmic performances; paintings, prints, and installations; and in LPs, mixed with music. Among his most iconic works is his “Dial-A-Poem” project (begun 1968), in which a telephone number leads to short readings by a host of writers, artists, and activists, among them Allen Ginsburg and John Cage. Giorno forged his art in 1960s New York, and was associated with numerous important figures from that period, including Andy Warhol, the Beat writers, and avant-garde performers—who all influenced his generous, democratic work. Describing his relationship with his audience, he states: “I'm giving out energy, and I'm holding up a mirror to their minds. It's not me they're looking at—it's into their own minds. That's what a great poem is.” Unique large original work, watercolour on paper, signed and dated '14 on the reverse, by the artist. Archivally framed to museum standard. [Size: Sheet: 40½ by 40⅛ in. (102.9 by 101.9 cm.) | Framed: 44⅛ by 44⅛ in. (112 by 112 cm.)]. VAT and shipping costs may be applied after the sale