United States USA & America

3 artworks


  • Voting Rights- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Shepard Fairey- OBEY Voting Rights- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Voting Rights- Large Format Limited Edition Hand Pulled 4-Color Serigraph Print on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper with hand-deckled edges by Shepard Fairey Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 4-Color Serigraph on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper. 30 x 40 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 100. Jim Marshall's photograph of Fannie Lee Chaney captures the day she found out her son, James Chaney, and two of his friends died at the hands of the Ku Klux Klan for registering African Americans to vote.

    $4,583.00

  • Gun Culture- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Shepard Fairey- OBEY Gun Culture- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Gun Culture- Large Format Limited Edition Hand Pulled 4-Color Serigraph Print on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper with hand-deckled edges by Shepard Fairey Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 4-Color Serigraph on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper. 30 x 40 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 100. Jim Marshall captured what at first glance is regarded as an innocent child playing with a toy gun in Greenwich Village, New York, in 1963.

    $4,583.00

  • Two Americas- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Shepard Fairey- OBEY Two Americas- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Two Americas- Large Format Limited Edition Hand Pulled 4-Color Serigraph Print on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper with hand-deckled edges by Shepard Fairey Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 4-Color Serigraph on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper. 30 x 40 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 100. Jim Marshall's photograph of a coal mining family in Hazard, Kentucky, taken while he lived with them, says a lot with what it shows, which is a mother and two children huddled together in support of each other, but it says just as much with what it lacks. There is a conspicuous absence of material necessities and a father. I don't know whether the father was working in a coal mine when the photograph was taken or had potentially died young because of the health risks of working under dangerous conditions, but it is clear that the family is struggling and lacking.

    $4,583.00

United States USA & America
The United States, colloquially referred to as America, has been an influential force in the art world, particularly in the realms of pop art, street art, and graffiti art. Over the years, these genres have evolved, serving as powerful tools of expression, protest, and commentary on American culture, values, and society. Pop art emerged in the United States during the mid to late 1950s. Rooted in the post-war consumer culture, it fundamentally challenged the established perceptions of high art by integrating elements from popular and mass culture. America, with its vibrant consumerism, celebrity culture, and burgeoning advertising industry, provided a fertile ground for pop art. Artists like Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein became synonymous with the movement, using imagery from consumer goods, comic strips, and celebrity portraits. Warhol's Campbell Soup Cans or Marilyn Monroe portraits are iconic examples of how pop art encapsulated America's fascination with consumerism and celebrity culture. Meanwhile, street art and graffiti, once considered a form of vandalism, have morphed into significant artistic genres in America. These styles often reflect the socio-political climate of their time, offering unfiltered and raw glimpses into the realities of American society. During the 1970s and 1980s, graffiti became a prominent part of the New York City urban landscape. Artists like Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat started their artistic journeys on subway cars and street walls, eventually gaining international recognition for their distinctive styles. Their works often tackled themes of social inequality, systemic racism, and political power structures, offering a critique of American society from the fringes. Street art and graffiti continue to evolve in the 21st century. With the advent of social media and digital platforms, street artists have found a broader audience and more extensive influence. Artists like Shepard Fairey, famous for his "Obey Giant" campaign and the iconic "Hope" poster during Barack Obama's presidential campaign, use their art to engage with political issues and societal discourses. These works not only beautify urban spaces but also stimulate dialogue and debate, reinforcing the role of art as a potent tool for social commentary and change. The artistic representation of America through pop art, street art, and graffiti is a testament to the country's cultural dynamism and diversity. These art forms provide a kaleidoscopic view of the nation, capturing its zeitgeist across different periods. They reflect the complexity of the American narrative, marked by both its achievements and its struggles. Through the lens of these art forms, America emerges as a vibrant canvas of cultural expression and societal critique, revealing the multi-layered nature of its identity. As these genres continue to evolve, they will undoubtedly continue to shape and be shaped by the rich tapestry of American life.

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