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This vibrant composition nods to African-American history and urban identity through a dynamic interplay of text, symbols, and figures. Central to the piece are two stylized faces outlined in black—one wearing a cap marked with a "Z," the other featuring a spiked hairstyle, red markings over one eye, and a "PAW" hand gesture repeated nearby. Surrounding these figures, key text elements include "HOLLYWOOD AFRICANS," "SEVEN STARS," "200 YEN," "TOBACCO," "TAX FREE," "SUGAR CANE INC©," "HERO.ISM," and "SELF PORTRAIT AS A HEEL #3," weaving together cultural, economic, and artistic references. The palette is dominated by a bright yellow background with contrasts of deep green, blue, and accents of red, embodying neo-expressionism's bold use of color and primitive figuration. Hand-drawn symbols such as stars, exclamation marks, a thumbs-up, and abstract shapes enrich the narrative texture, while layered annotations like "FROM THE NINETEEN FORTIES" and "GANGSTERISH" hint at historical and social themes. This piece channels the raw energy and layered symbolism characteristic of 1980s neo-expressionist art, exploring themes of identity, heritage, and urban life. Ideal for collectors drawn to Basquiat-inspired contemporary artwork and aficionados of street culture aesthetics. Contemporary art inspired by 1980s neo-expressionist aesthetics. Excellent condition throughout. Ready to frame or hang.
This vibrant composition nods to African-American history and urban identity through a dynamic interplay of text, symbols, and figures. Central to the piece are two stylized faces outlined in black—one wearing a cap marked with a "Z," the other featuring a spiked hairstyle, red markings over one eye, and a "PAW" hand gesture repeated nearby. Surrounding these figures, key text elements include "HOLLYWOOD AFRICANS," "SEVEN STARS," "200 YEN," "TOBACCO," "TAX FREE," "SUGAR CANE INC©," "HERO.ISM," and "SELF PORTRAIT AS A HEEL #3," weaving together cultural, economic, and artistic references. The palette is dominated by a bright yellow background with contrasts of deep green, blue, and accents of red, embodying neo-expressionism's bold use of color and primitive figuration. Hand-drawn symbols such as stars, exclamation marks, a thumbs-up, and abstract shapes enrich the narrative texture, while layered annotations like "FROM THE NINETEEN FORTIES" and "GANGSTERISH" hint at historical and social themes. This piece channels the raw energy and layered symbolism characteristic of 1980s neo-expressionist art, exploring themes of identity, heritage, and urban life. Ideal for collectors drawn to Basquiat-inspired contemporary artwork and aficionados of street culture aesthetics. Contemporary art inspired by 1980s neo-expressionist aesthetics. Excellent condition throughout. Ready to frame or hang.