Artwork Description
Joshua Vides X Unfinished Business Cone Limited Edition Ceramic Traffic Cone Sculpture Artwork by Legendary Fine Graffiti Street Artist Joshua Vides.
2021 Limited Edition of 100 - 9.5” height x 6” base.
This artwork, skillfully created by Joshua Vides, aims to support important causes. The proceeds from its sale will be directed towards One Hundred Black Men, the Hispanic Federation, and the Asian American Business Development Center. This initiative, known as Unfinished Business, was launched by Hennessy to provide grants to small businesses owned by individuals from Black, Latinx, and Asian American communities. By offering financial assistance and essential resources, Unfinished Business seeks to empower these business owners who play a crucial role in strengthening our communities.
Joshua Vides' artistic oeuvre is defined by his unique interpretation of Pop Art, a seamless merger with Street Art elements, and a deep-rooted respect for Graffiti Art. One of his most notable works that encapsulates this triadic fusion is the "Unfinished Business Cone Art Object Sculpture". A fascinating assemblage, the sculpture is a thought-provoking exploration of space and dimension, challenging traditional norms of visual perception through its use of stark, black outlines and an almost unfinished aesthetic, reminiscent of sketch-like visuals. This piece is a stellar embodiment of Vides’ ability to transform everyday objects into extraordinary works of art, truly underlining his position as a contemporary trailblazer in the realm of visual art. As with his other works, the "Unfinished Business Cone Art Object Sculpture" utilizes a unique monochromatic palette, a signature aspect of Vides' style that stems from his background in graffiti. This unconventional application of color, or lack thereof, disrupts viewers' expectations, encouraging them to engage with the work in a more meaningful way. Vides invites the observer to question the traditional boundary between the two-dimensional and three-dimensional worlds. The sculpture is not merely an object; it's an exercise in optical illusion and a commentary on our perception of reality, a testament to Vides’ innovative blend of pop, street, and graffiti art. The "Unfinished Business Cone Art Object Sculpture", in essence, showcases Vides' unconventional approach, his audacious experimentation with the commonplace, and his subversion of our visual expectations. It stands as a brilliant exemplification of the harmonious integration of different art genres and redefines the realm of pop art and graffiti. Reflecting Vides' distinctive style, it is a magnificent contribution to the ongoing dialogues in contemporary art, cementing his position as a noteworthy figure in the art world.
