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DUSTER UA

Duster tag

2018

Marker on paper

21.5 × 28 cm

Unique

Location: Paris, France

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100 € 100.0 EUR 100 €

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About the artwork

A black marker drawing on paper,this composition features the artist's name,"DUSTER," rendered in a stylized,interconnected script characteristic of graffiti tagging. The letters are bold and fluid,exhibiting the "wild style" elements for which the artist is known,with extensions and overlapping forms creating a dynamic visual flow. Above the main tag,the phrase "Thank You!" is written in a more angular,block-letter style,also in black marker. The year "2018" is inscribed in the lower right corner,providing a date for the creation of the piece. The artwork serves as a direct example of a graffiti tag,which is a one-colored signature or pseudonym of a graffiti writer,often incorporating decorative elements such as arrows and other stylistic flourishes. Such tags are fundamental to graffiti art,representing the artist's unique handstyle and personal expression. The use of black marker on white paper isolates the graphic qualities of the tag,emphasizing the lines and forms without the additional complexities of color or background.

Expert opinion

This work exemplifies a direct connection to the origins of street art,specifically the New York graffiti movement of the late 20th century. DUSTER UA is a historical figure whose practice helped define the "wild style" aesthetic. The market for street art has evolved from an underground subculture to a recognized segment of the contemporary art market,with increasing auction values and institutional validation. Works by pioneering artists like DUSTER UA are sought after for their historical significance and authenticity within this genre. The market for the artist's work has seen realized prices at auction,with works on paper achieving values reflecting their collectible status.

About the artist

DUSTER UA, born in 1964, is an American graffiti artist known for his contributions to the New York City subway art scene in the late 1970s and early 1980s. He began tagging in 1977 and is recognized for his fluid lettering and pioneering "wild style" pieces on subway trains. DUSTER UA was a member of the United Artists (UA) crew, alongside other notable figures such as Seen, Sin, and Mad. His work on whole cars was documented in publications like "Subway Art" and featured in the 1983 seminal graffiti documentary "Style Wars," where he gained international recognition as Seen's protégé. After withdrawing from the New York subway scene around 1984, DUSTER UA continued his artistic practice, expanding into tattooing and maintaining his presence in the art world. He moved to California in 1989, where he continued to paint and tattoo. His work is included in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, indicating institutional recognition of his historical importance within the graffiti movement. DUSTER UA continues to exhibit his work globally, further solidifying his role in the development of street art.

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