Passage interdit, 2023
Idem  

Painting : aerosol paint, acrylic, marker · 47 x 47 x 3 cm 18.5 x 18.5 x 1.2 inch

€470 470 €

One of the last works available by this artist

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Painting : Unique artwork

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Artwork sold in perfect condition, not framed

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Dimensions ( cm • inch )

47 x 47 x 3 cm 18.5 x 18.5 x 1.2 inch Height x Width x Depth

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This is a striking masterpiece that skillfully fuses urban art with the visual language of traffic signs.The background of this work is a classic circular traffic sign, adorned with a crisp white border. The center of the sign is dominated by a bright red circle, traditionally associated with prohibitions. However, this work transforms a mundane and functional object into a true artistic statement. In the middle of this red circle, we can see an imposing graffiti composition. The bold and angular letters are superimposed in dynamic layers of black, blue and silver. The word "YES" is written in blue, with a layering effect that gives a sense of movement and depth. Above this word, a black diagonal crosses the center, its irregular shape adding a sense of spontaneity and rebellion.The interaction between the structural background of the traffic sign and the contemporary graffiti creates a striking contrast, recalling the tension between established rules and free expression. The use of bright colours and bold lines immediately captures the attention, while the minute details demonstrate exceptional artistic craftsmanship. This work challenges with its originality and audacity, uniting two often opposing worlds: the rigidity of traffic rules and the creative explosion of graffiti. It encourages the viewer to reconsider everyday objects in a new light, transforming the banal into the extraordinary.

Street art

Calligraphy

Grey

Red

Idem

France  • 1977

Presentation

IDEM, born in 1977, is a self-taught graffiti artist from Rouen who has been active since the early 1990s. He built his reputation alongside his peers from the A31 collective, the oldest and most productive collective in the region, known for its connection to the pioneers of graffiti in Upper Normandy. His work is primarily focused on the style and movement of letters, as for him, they are essential—one cannot fake it with letters, which are the foundation of graffiti in the pure old-school tradition. His painting is a mix of stylized letters and explosive colors, all while maintaining a dynamic and a certain speed of movement, staying true to the essence of graffiti as it is executed in the streets.

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