About the artwork
This composition features graffiti-style markings superimposed on a reproduction of a painting, likely a landscape. The underlying image depicts a bridge over water, reminiscent of Vincent van Gogh’s Arles period, specifically his drawbridges. Over this printed image, blue and white paint or marker has been applied in an energetic, gestural manner, creating abstract forms and lines that partially obscure the original scene. The words “SUICIDE” and “SAME” are prominently tagged in graffiti lettering at the top left and middle right of the composition, respectively, with “SUICIDE” appearing in a stylized, bold font and “SAME” in a more contained, block-like script.
The application of paint includes drips and splatters—particularly in white—which add a dynamic texture to the surface. The blue lines form an overarching, almost skeletal or abstract figure, connecting different areas of the underlying print. The contrast between the classical, pastoral imagery of the print and the raw, urban aesthetic of the graffiti creates a visual tension. The French text visible on the page below the print suggests that the artwork is executed on a page from a book or catalog, possibly discussing Van Gogh.
Expert opinion
The artist Moze 156 is active within the street art and urban art movements, which have gained increasing recognition in the contemporary art market over the past two decades. His work, characterized by graffiti elements and B-Boy iconography, bridges the gap between traditional graffiti and gallery-exhibited art. The use of found materials, such as printed book pages, aligns with practices common in urban art, where artists often repurpose everyday objects and surfaces. The market for artists with strong ties to early graffiti movements—particularly those with a history of exhibitions and collector interest—tends to maintain steady demand.
About the artist
MOZE 156, born in Paris, France, is a graffiti artist recognized for his contributions to the urban art scene since the late 1980s. He is a member of several prominent graffiti crews, including 156 (co-founded with JonOne), TNB, and TDT. His early work focused on graffiti writing, developing a distinct calligraphic style characterized by dynamic lines and intricate letterforms. Over the decades, MOZE 156 has transitioned his practice from clandestine street interventions to studio work and gallery exhibitions, while retaining the energy and aesthetics of his street art origins. His compositions often feature abstract forms derived from his graffiti lettering, as well as figurative elements like the stylized profiles seen in some of his drawings. He has exhibited in various galleries internationally, contributing to the broader acceptance and institutionalization of graffiti art.
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