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Charlie Giglia

USPS stickers

2014

Techniques mixtes on USPS Priority Mail label

16.5 × 28 cm

Unique

Location: Paris, France

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80 € 80.0 EUR 80 €

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About the artwork

A vibrant composition rendered on a United States Postal Service Priority Mail label,this artwork features a central graffiti tag executed in a dynamic,multi-layered style. The tag,likely representing the artist's moniker "SAR," is outlined in white,filled with a dark blue base adorned with yellow dots,and further embellished with light blue and red linear details. The background of the label is treated with a speckled effect of red and gold paint,creating a textured ground that partially obscures the original postal service branding,such as "PRIORITY MAIL" and "UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE." The lettering style incorporates elements characteristic of wildstyle graffiti,with intricate connections,extensions,and a sense of three-dimensionality. Small star motifs in white are positioned in the upper right and lower left corners,adding further visual interest. Below the main tag,additional smaller tags and signatures,including "TMB," are visible,along with the printed "Label 222,March 2014" and "FOR DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL USE." The choice of a postal label as a support is a recurring motif in urban art,transforming a utilitarian object into a canvas for artistic expression.

Expert opinion

Works on USPS labels,often referred to as "slaps" or "label art," hold a specific niche within the street art and graffiti market. They represent an accessible and often ephemeral form of artistic intervention,rooted in the practice of tagging and dissemination in urban environments. This particular piece,dated 2014,aligns with a period of increasing recognition for street artists transitioning from public spaces to gallery contexts. The market position for such works is typically supported by collectors interested in the origins and authentic expressions of graffiti culture,valuing the direct connection to the artist's street practice.

About the artist

Charlie Giglia, known by various aliases including SAR, VIKING, SZAR, and SARCASTIC 109, is an American artist associated with the street art movement. His career developed within the context of graffiti culture, where he became affiliated with prominent crews such as TMB, MOD, TOP, FAL, and RI. Giglia's practice often involves the reappropriation of public and commercial surfaces, transforming them into canvases for his distinctive lettering and graphic style. His work frequently explores themes of identity, urban landscape, and the ephemeral nature of street art. Through his various monikers, Giglia has established a presence in both underground and more formalized art contexts. His output includes murals, canvas works, and smaller-scale pieces on found objects or commercial labels, reflecting a consistent engagement with the materials and aesthetics of his origins.

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