Apr 8, 2013 10:00 EST
Doyle+Design® / Street Art / Photographs
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Mare 139
American, b. 1965
Untitled (Polished Style Writer), 2011
Signed with artist's mark
Stainless steel
12 1/4 x 19 x 17 1/2 inches
An important subway writer in the late 70s and early 80s, Mare (aka Carlos Rodriguez) left the streets to reinterpret the kinetic lettering of graffiti as three-dimensional sculpture. By combining influences of Constructivism and Futurism, Mare brought new life to the concept of style writing. In 2012, Mare was selected as a US State Cultural Ambassador, emboldened to bring graffiti culture to a global audience.
Sold for $2,000
Estimated at $1,500 - $2,500
Includes Buyer's Premium
Mare 139
American, b. 1965
Untitled (Polished Style Writer), 2011
Signed with artist's mark
Stainless steel
12 1/4 x 19 x 17 1/2 inches
An important subway writer in the late 70s and early 80s, Mare (aka Carlos Rodriguez) left the streets to reinterpret the kinetic lettering of graffiti as three-dimensional sculpture. By combining influences of Constructivism and Futurism, Mare brought new life to the concept of style writing. In 2012, Mare was selected as a US State Cultural Ambassador, emboldened to bring graffiti culture to a global audience.
Very light scratches at points where edges touch and at other points throughout. Surface grime.
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Auction: Doyle+Design® / Street Art / Photographs, Apr 8, 2013
