PERFORMANCE BANK

Des Moines, Iowa, Cookie Press, 1982. Brown accordion folded envelope, 26 x 38 cm, with mounted title label and string tie. The envelope contains a variety of materials relating to Performance Bank, a project by Fred Truck aimed at creating an international database for performances. An explanatory title sheet explains how the Bank accepts proposals for performances (some of which are then realized by Bank personnel) and documents performances realized by others. Three yellow folders labeled Memos, Visuals and XL Visuals contain photocopies documenting performances. A computer print-out titled ‘Bonds of Performance’ and a computer-printed catalogue feature performance proposals and documentation arranged in alphabetical order by artist. Contributions by Anna Banana, Peter Below, Guy Bleus, Jean Brown, Paulo Bruscky, Ulises Carrion, Cavellini, Robert Filliou, Michael Gibbs, E.F. Higgins III, John Held, Waclaw Ropiecki, Guy Schraenen and many others (full list below). Noteworthy items in the envelope are a tiny flipbook by Opal L Nations and a hilarious colour photo series documenting Michael Gibb’s performance as executed by the staff of Performance Bank. Jean Brown's project involved biographical material on George Maciunas. The envelope has moderate rubbing and scuffing, all inserted items are in fine condition. Scarce. No copy found in trade.