One Thousand Drawings | 2009, first edition, signed and inscribed by Tracey Emin

'I need art like I need God'

Signed in the year of publication by Tracey Emin, with a brilliant inscription that references her solo exhibition Tracey Emin: I need Art like I need God which took place at the South London Gallery from 16 April to 18 May 1997.

This monumental work features 1001 of Emin's beautifully scratchy drawings, published by Rizzoli. Rare to find signed.

First edition, first impression, signed, dated, and dedicated 'For Hanna I need art like I need God' by the artist in ink on the front flyleaf, with original printed paper cover, overall 175 x 265 x 70mm (6 7/8 x 10 3/8 x 2 3/4in). A near-fine example. Rare signed.

Published by Rizzoli International Publications, Inc., New York, 2009.