{"product_id":"purvis-young-mixed-media-paper-abstract-figures-signed","title":"ART-012 Purvis Young — Original Mixed Media on Paper, Abstract Figures, 35\" × 23\", Signed","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original and expressive mixed media work on paper by \u003cstrong\u003ePurvis Young\u003c\/strong\u003e (American, 1943–2010) — one of the most celebrated and collected self-taught artists in American art history. Featuring Young's signature abstract figures in yellow and green. Signed at bottom \"Young.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurvis Young was a towering figure of American Outsider and Folk Art, born in Liberty City, Miami, Florida. Self-taught and fiercely prolific, Young spent decades painting the streets, struggles, and spiritual life of Miami's Overtown neighborhood — covering walls, fences, and found materials with his signature imagery of angels, horses, warriors, and urban figures. His work is held in over \u003cstrong\u003e60 major museum collections\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Whitney Museum of American Art. His collectors have included \u003cstrong\u003eJane Fonda, Dan Aykroyd, Jim Belushi, and Damon Wayans\u003c\/strong\u003e. His auction record reached \u003cstrong\u003e$102,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWork Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purvis Young (American, 1943–2010)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed media on paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abstract figures, primarily in yellow and green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35\" H × 23\" L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower, \"Young\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20th Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor tear at top, otherwise in good condition — typical for works on found paper by this artist, whose use of unconventional materials is integral to his practice and aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5f0e8; border-left: 4px solid #c8a96e; padding: 16px 20px; margin-top: 24px; font-family: sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a1a2e;\"\u003eContact Us for Pricing \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is a one-of-a-kind piece from our curated collection. Please use the \u003cstrong\u003ePrice Inquiry\u003c\/strong\u003e button above or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"color: #c8a96e; font-weight: 600;\"\u003econtact us here\u003c\/a\u003e for current pricing and availability.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Spatial Art-Works","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54082414969116,"sku":"ART-012","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/3877\/8396\/files\/ART-012-Purvis-Young-Original-Mixed-Media-on-Paper-01_watermarked.jpg?v=1781796457","url":"https:\/\/spatial-art-works.com\/products\/purvis-young-mixed-media-paper-abstract-figures-signed","provider":"Spatial Art-Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}