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No Cure Original Acrylic Spray Paint Painting by Cope2- Fernando Carlo One of a Kind Artwork on Canvas by Street Art Pop Artist. 2020 Signed Mixed Media Spray Paint & Acrylic Painting Original Artwork Size 43x53 on Unstretched Canvas Explosion of Color: Fernando Carlo's "No Cure" Fernando Carlo, known in the street pop art and graffiti art world as Cope2, is a Bronx-born artist whose work vibrates with the pulse of urban life. His piece titled "No Cure Original Acrylic Spray Paint Painting" is a spectacular canvas that showcases the raw energy and colorful chaos that defines street art. Created in 2020, this one-of-a-kind artwork is an amalgam of acrylic and spray paint, reflecting Cope2's dexterity with mixed media and his deep roots in graffiti culture. Spanning an impressive 43x53 inches on unstretched canvas, "No Cure" stands as a testament to Cope2's enduring influence in the realm of contemporary street art. In the canvas, we see a riot of colors and shapes, clashing and blending in an almost musical harmony. The artwork is signed by the artist, which not only ascertains its authenticity but also marks it as a significant piece within his extensive body of work. Cope2's signature is recognized worldwide, a symbol of credibility in the constantly evolving graffiti scene. With "No Cure," Cope2 demonstrates his versatility and his commitment to the craft, delivering a visual feast that is both a nod to the past and a step into the future of street art. The Bold Artistry of Cope2 Fernando Carlo's journey as Cope2 is a story etched onto the very streets of New York. Since the 1980s, he has been a figure synonymous with the graffiti scene, often regarded as one of the godfathers of New York City subway graffiti. His style has evolved over the decades, yet it retains the essence of the movement — bold, confrontational, and unapologetically public. "No Cure" captures this evolution, its canvas a dynamic collision of traditional graffiti elements with experimental pop art aesthetics. The title "No Cure" itself evokes a sense of raw, uncontained expression. It suggests an ailment for which there is no remedy, perhaps a reference to the addictive nature of artistic creation, especially within the context of street art where the act of painting can be as compelling as the art itself. This painting does not seek to cure but to capture and convey the complex layers of city life, the artist's inner narrative, and the vibrant cultural dialogue of the streets. The unapologetic presence of text, abstract motifs, and splattered paint illustrates Cope2's fearless approach to art and life. Contextualizing "No Cure" in Street Pop Art "No Cure" is not just an artwork but a visual representation of the culture from which it emanates. To understand this piece is to delve into the history of street art and its transition into the gallery space. Street pop art, with its roots in the countercultural movements of the 20th century, seeks to bring the vitality of street culture into the often sterile world of fine art. Cope2 does this masterfully, drawing on his experiences as a Bronx native to infuse his work with an authenticity that cannot be manufactured. The year 2020, when "No Cure" was created, marked an era where street art had firmly established itself as a genre that could command the walls of high-end art spaces while retaining its street cred. In this light, Fernando Carlo's work is a bridge, connecting the gritty sidewalks lined with aerosol to the white walls of art collectors seeking a piece of the street for themselves. "No Cure" embodies the zeitgeist of contemporary urban art, a beacon of the enduring spirit and evolving nature of street pop art and graffiti artwork. In the broader discourse of street pop art, Cope2's "No Cure" is a vibrant chapter that speaks to the diversity and complexity of graffiti art. It stands as a colorful testament to the artistic force of Fernando Carlo and the indelible mark he has left on the cultural fabric of the urban landscape. As the lines between street art and fine art continue to blur, pieces like "No Cure" remind us that at the heart of this movement is the power of raw, unedited expression — a power that indeed has no cure.

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Enjoy Mixed Media On Cradled Wood Panel Original Painting by Denial Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Ready To hang. "Recently this piece was not allowed into a show I had wanted it to be in. In Dubai, they have strict rules on obscenity and vulgarity. I had been wanting to paint this piece for a long time and was looking for just the right image to use as a base in it. I finally found it amongst the bowels of the internet. This painting is a visualization of an amazing Bill Hicks joke from his stand-up routine. In his stand up Bill goes into great detail about the evils of advertising when left unchallenged and unchecked. He imagines and describes an ad in the not-so-distant future that one day may exist. This painting is of that ad. Bill Hicks was a fucking genius and I only hope I did his work the justice it deserves. He was so inspirational in forming my current mindset, a true artist and rebel. I take inspiration from different artists in different ways. I like to visualize things like songs or speech or comedy and play with the different elements I come up with. I have a very playful mind." - Denial Denial has evolved as one the most prominent figures of contemporary pop artists, who nonetheless, continue to stay relevant and is interested in generating thought-provoking commentary. He has a long history of exploring the boundaries of appropriation, which he uses as a means of subverting the value of cultural products, imprinted in the collective memory of the Western civilization. His work, in other words, is inviting the viewer to re-imagine our dystopian society as a way of confronting it, with humor and irony as the biggest tools of the artist.

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Temper Tot Tramples Guernica Silkscreen by Ron English Hand-Pulled 4-Color Screen on 320gsm Coventry Rag Paper Mural Pop Street Art Artwork. 2021 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 199 Artwork Size 43x25 "Temper Tot Tramples Guernica" is an evocative piece by Ron English, a seminal figure in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork. English, known for his masterful blending of high and low cultural touchstones, presents a 2021 silkscreen juxtaposing his iconic Temper Tot character against the backdrop of Picasso's historic mural "Guernica." This work is part of a limited edition series, meticulously hand-pulled on 320gsm Coventry Rag Paper, known for its exceptional quality and durability. The artwork is substantial, with an image measuring 19 by 38 inches and paper size extending to 25 by 43 inches, allowing the visual drama and detail to unfold powerfully before the viewer. English's work is part of a limited run of 199 pieces, along with artist proofs and foundation proofs, each signed and numbered in pencil by the artist. This specificity in documentation provides collectors with a guarantee of the artwork's authenticity and exclusivity. Ron English's artwork is recognized for critically engaging with cultural narratives and iconic figures. In "Temper Tot Tramples Guernica," English superimposes his superhero-like toddler over Picasso's black-and-white portrayal of the tragedies of war, thereby infusing the somber historical narrative with a contemporary and ironic twist. The Temper Tot, with his exaggerated musculature and childlike impulsivity, becomes a symbol of unchecked power and emotional rawness, a stark contrast to the solemnity of Picasso's anti-war masterpiece. The choice of the Temper Tot, one of English's most famous characters, known for embodying the artist's critique of American consumerism and corporatization, presents a compelling dialogue between past and present political discourse. This dialogue is further emphasized by the vibrancy of the silkscreen technique, a hallmark of English's practice, which brings the historical into the immediate and visceral realm of street art. "Temper Tot Tramples Guernica" was printed by the renowned Gary Lichtenstein Editions and distributed by WCC Editions, ensuring the highest level of craftsmanship in producing this print. The paper's hand-deckled edges contribute to the unique character of each piece, as they echo the textured, often imperfect surfaces of urban environments where street art naturally resides. The mural from which this print originated was created in 2015 under the auspices of the Lisa Project NYC, further cementing English's role in the urban landscape of public art. By moving from the transient medium of murals to the permanence of limited edition prints, English allows for a wider dissemination of his ideas, enabling a broader audience to engage with his provocative juxtapositions and vibrant imagery. Ron English's "Temper Tot Tramples Guernica" serves as a poignant reminder of the power of Street Pop Art to comment on society, offering a bridge between historical consciousness and contemporary critique. It stands as a testament to the potential of street art to infuse spaces, whether public or private, with layered meanings and vibrant visual impact.

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