Cage, John. (1912–1992) [Paik, Nam June. (1932–2006)]. Signed Photograph Playing Card. A highly unusual signed photograph on the reverse of a 5 of Diamonds playing card. 2.24 x 3.5 inches (7.7 x 8.7 cm). A witty and clever item from the composer who experimented with the nature of sound and composition through chance procedures, including the arrival at sound and duration parameters through coin tosses and the use of playing cards.


From Nam June Paik's 1975 set of 52 screenprints on playing cards, from an edition of 250. Nam June Paik counted the avant-garde composer as a major influence, collaborator and friend and created a film tribute to him in 1973.