The Blue of Devon is a staple bound artist book by Erica Van Horn, published by Boekie Woekie in 2013. The book is a chronicle of Van Horn’s collection of curious blue vessels known as “blue of devon” which were working class souvenirs during the early 20th century. The small blue objects, often carved into with the name of a particular tourist destination, can now be found at second hand stores in Europe. The Blue of Devon is both the story of the object and a reflection of Van Horn’s curious and sensitive eye. Included in the book are images from Van Horn’s collection and writing about the pieces.
Erica Van Horn is an American artist, writer, editor, and printmaker. She was born in New Hampshire and received her MFA in Printmaking from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She now lives and works in Ireland, where she co-directs Coracle, a small publishing press.
Boekie Woekie is an Amsterdam based publisher. Since the 1980’s, Boekie Woekie has been producing artist books and poetry as well as holding readings and exhibitions in their gallery space. A mainstay at art book fairs all over the world, Boekie Woekie continues to serve as a platform for both Amsterdam and international artists.
