FLIP-ONE ex Vandals aka Charles Henry
USPS stickers
2016
Marker and ink on USPS Priority Mail labels
33 × 33 cm
Unique
Location: Paris, France
Arianee token ID
991910878
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About the artwork
Four United States Postal Service Priority Mail labels, dated March 2016, form the base for this composition. Each label features the standard red and blue "PRIORITY MAIL" branding and shipping information fields. Across these labels, two distinct graffiti-style letterings are rendered. The top two labels display a word—possibly “VANDALS” or “VANDAL”—in a yellow and red color scheme, resembling slices of cheese with holes, outlined in black and surrounded by magenta stippling. The lower two labels feature a different word—possibly “FLIP”—in a vibrant green, with black outlines and similar stippling, creating a sense of depth and movement. The letters are designed with a three-dimensional, ribbon-like quality characteristic of wildstyle graffiti.
Expert opinion
This work exemplifies a common practice in street art, where artists appropriate everyday objects and public infrastructure as canvases. The use of USPS Priority Mail labels—a readily available and often free material—directly connects the artwork to the ephemeral and accessible nature of graffiti. FLIP-ONE’s choice of medium and style places the piece in the tradition of artists who have brought urban aesthetics into a collectible format. The market for such works reflects an appreciation for both the artist’s historical significance within the graffiti movement and the ingenuity involved in transforming mundane objects into art.
About the artist
Charles Henry, known as FLIP-ONE, born in 1959, is an American artist recognized for his contributions to the early New York City graffiti scene. Active since the 1970s, he emerged from a period when graffiti was developing its distinct visual language and cultural significance. His work often features elaborate lettering and character designs, reflecting the stylistic innovations of the era. FLIP-ONE was associated with prominent crews such as Ex Vandals and SSB, which were instrumental in shaping the aesthetics of subway art. His career spans several decades, transitioning from illegal street art to gallery and studio practice, where he continues to explore themes and techniques rooted in his graffiti origins.
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