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COPYRIGHT aka CHRIS THOMAS

Real Love Dollar

2022

Acrylique on a genuine $1 bill

6.6 × 15.6 cm

Unique

Location: Paris, France

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180 € 180.0 EUR 180 €

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About the artwork

This composition features a hand-painted motif applied directly onto a genuine United States one-dollar bill. The central image is a stylized heart,rendered in a vibrant pink hue,with a white banner unfurling across its center. The word "REAL" is inscribed in black capital letters on this banner,flanked by small black dots. Surrounding the heart are elements reminiscent of traditional tattoo art,including green leaves and light blue flowers with yellow centers. These decorative components frame the central heart and banner,creating a balanced visual arrangement. The painted elements partially obscure the underlying currency,allowing some details of the dollar bill,such as the numerical "1" and the Federal Reserve seal,to remain visible.

Expert opinion

The practice of modifying currency as an artistic medium has precedents in conceptual art and pop art,often serving as a commentary on value,commerce,and societal constructs. This work positions itself within the contemporary street art movement,where artists frequently appropriate everyday objects and symbols to create new narratives. The artist's use of a dollar bill as a canvas directly engages with themes of authenticity and perceived worth,common considerations in this artistic context.

About the artist

Chris Thomas, known by his pseudonym COPYRIGHT, is a British urban artist whose career has developed within the urban art scene. His practice involves the use of stencils and spray paint, frequently incorporating themes of love, war, and social commentary into his compositions. He often employs a visual language that combines graphic elements with vibrant colors. His work has been exhibited in galleries internationally, contributing to the broader discourse on contemporary urban art. COPYRIGHT’s body of work includes both large-scale murals and smaller, gallery-ready pieces, demonstrating versatility in his application of urban art techniques. His artistic identity is characterized by a blend of accessible imagery and underlying social critique.

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Signed 3x

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