what art does – an unfinished theory

Drawing on his experience as an artist, Brian Eno is releasing his book on art, made in collaboration with Bette A.

WHAT ART DOES examines the function of fictional worlds – such as pop songs, detective novels, soap operas, shoe tassels and the hidden language of haircuts – and suggests a new theory of art.

Why do we do it? How does it help us? And how does it hold us all together?

WHAT ART DOES is a full colour illustrated hardback book, initially available in a limited edition of 777 signed copies. Each copy comes with its own unique slipcase hand painted by Brian and Bette A. This limited edition is available exclusively from Metalabel for North American collectors, and Enoshop for collectors in the rest of the world.

Hardback and ebook editions will be available on general release from Faber on 16th January 2025.