Phaidon to Launch Comprehensive Book on CryptoPunks

Global publishing firm Phaidon is set to release “CryptoPunks: Free to Claim,” the first and only comprehensive book featuring all 10,000 CryptoPunks ever created. This book offers a detailed look at how these digital collectibles became a cultural phenomenon.

Book Details and Availability

In a recent announcement, Phaidon revealed that the book, written and compiled by creative director Zak Kyes along with web3 lifestyle and media company Yuga Labs, will be available for order in December. The pricing is set at $100 USD, $135 CAN, £49.95 UK, and €89.95 EUR. A special limited edition will also be available for CryptoPunk owners, featuring the word “HOLDER” printed on its edge.

Unique Features and Content

The book will be the first of its kind to showcase all 10,000 unique CryptoPunk non-fungible token (NFT) characters in print. It features each Punk’s type, attributes, pixel color, and on-chain data in the form of Image Hash. Artist Simon Denny has placed each Punk in miniature icons on pages made out of tear-out blotter paper. Additionally, the book includes a comprehensive timeline with excerpts from community member posts and timestamped tweets.

“CryptoPunks: Free to Claim” also includes interviews with key figures instrumental in the rise of CryptoPunks, such as founders Matt Hall and John Watkinson, and artistic director Hans Ulrich Obrist.

Glossary and Contributions

The book’s glossary is filled with over one hundred web3 terms contributed by industry pioneers such as Beeple, Emily Segal, and Venkatesh Rao. Contributions also come from leading figures and experts in digital art, design, and fashion, including Anika Meier, Gmoney, Mindy Seu, Chris Lyons (a16z), Salome Asega, and more.

Impact and Cultural Significance

This book aims to capture the rich history of these digital icons through a series of texts, interviews, and visual essays that illustrate the widespread cultural impact of CryptoPunks on Crypto Art. It highlights how they will continue to stay relevant for years to come.

History of CryptoPunks

First launched on June 23, 2017, CryptoPunks are a set of 10,000 uniquely generated 24 x 24 pixel avatars inspired by the London 80s punk scene and 90s cyberpunk. Initially, CryptoPunks were free-to-claim NFTs, which is reflected in the book’s title. Due to high demand, they have grown to be highly sought-after digital collectibles, with prices ranging from thousands to millions of dollars per piece. Since their inception, CryptoPunks have generated more than $2.3 billion in cumulative sales.

Some CryptoPunks have even been sold for millions of dollars at auctions hosted by Christie’s and Sotheby’s, and they have become part of permanent collections at art institutions such as ICA Miami, Centre Pompidou, and LACMA.

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