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| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 90 × 60 × 0.2 cm |
| Options: | Unframed |
Jackson Pollock Visits The Kuba Tribe
R19,500.00
Discover a captivating artwork inspired by the fusion of Jackson Pollock’s iconic drip painting technique and the intricate hand-drawn and painted tribal masks of the Kuba people from Congo. This unique piece pays homage to the mid-1950s American abstract expressionist painter known for his revolutionary action paintings. By laying large unprimed canvases on his studio floor and flinging wet paint to create dynamic drips, swashes, and splatters, Pollock’s work, once controversial, has become some of the most valuable art of the 20th century. Experience a modern interpretation that combines Pollock’s method with traditional African artistry in this extraordinary creation.
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