Face & Head

2 artworks


  • Sale -15% Round & Round 35 HPM Silkscreen Print by Greg Gossel

    Greg Gossel Round & Round 35 HPM Silkscreen Print by Greg Gossel

    Round & Round 35 HPM 11-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen, Acrylic, Enamel, & Gloss Overprint Varnish on Hand-Deckled Rives BFK Paper by Greg Gossel. 2016 Signed Varied Edition of 18 Size 28x21 Greg Gossel Round & Round 22, 2016 Silkscreen ink, acrylic, enamel, and gloss overprint varnish on Rives BFK 280gsm printmaking paper 18 varied-edition works on paper; printed, signed, and dated by the artist 28 x21 in., 71 x 53 cm

    $634.00$539.00

  • Sale -15% Izanami XL HPM Silkscreen Print by Copyright

    Copyright Izanami XL HPM Silkscreen Print by Copyright

    Izanami XL 3-Color Hand-Pulled HPM Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Copyright Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. Copyright Izanami XL, 2015 Large scale screenprint; hand-finished / hand-painted layers 28 x 39 in.; 70 x 100 cm Edition of only 13 Signed and Numbered by the Artist Venturing into the vibrant world of street art and pop culture, one cannot overlook the mesmerizing creation that is the Izanami XL 3-Color Hand-Pulled HPM. Crafted by the illustrious street artist, Copyright, this artwork, released in 2015, stands as a testament to the intricate fusion of manual artistry and screen printing techniques. Measuring a striking 28 x 39 inches (or 70 x 100 cm), it ensures its presence is felt wherever it's displayed. What makes this piece particularly captivating is its limited-edition status. With a mere thirteen prints ever produced, each piece becomes an exclusive asset for art aficionados. This rarity, coupled with the signature hand-painted and hand-finished layers, accentuates the artwork's unique character. Unlike many of the mass-produced art pieces that dominate today's market, the Izanami XL offers its beholders a chance to engage with the artisan's direct touch. Each brushstroke, each color transition, speaks to the meticulous attention Copyright poured into the piece. Every print is further authenticated by the artist's signature, a mark of its originality and a reflection of Copyright's commitment to authenticity. The individual numbering serves as an added allure, making each edition a singular entity in its own right, and a collector's dream. This art piece, with its deep roots in both street and pop art realms, challenges the traditional boundaries of artistic expression. It's not just an artwork; it's an embodiment of a culture, a statement of rebellion, and a testament to the ever-evolving world of art. And for those lucky enough to possess one of these thirteen masterpieces, it's a piece of history captured in ink and color.

    $771.00$655.00

Face & Head
Pop art, street art, and graffiti art are dynamic genres that have left a notable impact on contemporary visual culture, with the face and head often emerging as central themes. This motif, universally recognized and instantly engaging, has been utilized by artists for its potent ability to convey a myriad of emotions, messages, and identities. The bold, provocative world of pop art first began to champion the face and head in the mid-20th century. Icons such as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein used this motif to challenge cultural norms, presenting familiar faces - often celebrities - in unexpected ways. Warhol's multicolored depictions of Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, and other celebrities, for instance, elevated these figures to the status of mass-produced commodities, critiquing the consumerist culture of the time. Lichtenstein, on the other hand, drew from comic books, using the exaggerated expressions of his characters to comment on society's emotional sterility. Street art and graffiti, which originated from the urban underground, have also widely employed the face and head motif. These art forms often serve as a platform for social and political commentary, and the face's universality makes it a powerful tool for artists to communicate with their audience. Banksy, an anonymous England-based street artist, often uses stenciled images of faces and heads to articulate messages of peace, rebellion, or social justice. On walls, buildings, and streets, these faces become a form of visual language that transcends boundaries, resonating with diverse audiences. In the realm of graffiti art, the face and head motif often emerges in the form of tags, throw-ups, and pieces. Notably, the stylized signatures or 'tags' of graffiti artists frequently incorporate face-like elements, signifying the artist's identity in a cryptic yet visually compelling manner. Artists such as SEEN and Dondi White have showcased their unique vision through the depiction of faces and heads, highlighting their individuality amidst the vast graffiti landscape. From the stylized and glamorous portraits of pop art to the raw and rebellious depictions in street and graffiti art, the face and head motif has remained a constant. It serves as a conduit for human emotion and identity, speaking volumes about the society in which it is embedded. Through the different lenses of pop, street, and graffiti art, the face and head motif continues to challenge, provoke, and captivate, making it a cornerstone of these vibrant art movements.

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