an abstract print of a silhouette of a person with an afro wearing a suit

Marcus Jansen

Afro Painter

€850

Edition of 4570.0 (H) × 54.3 (W) cmShipping est. 2 weeks

Afro Painter is an abstract rebellion against conformity.

Based on an original work from Jansen’s anonymous Faceless series (2012), the edition challenges idealised stereotypes in painting and traditional portraiture. The portrait, influenced by his younger self, encapsulates the painter's inner battle. The subject is broken down into abstract parts which call for rebuilding, reflective of the artist’s personal journey as an artist in solitude with PTSD. Strong parallels can be drawn between the edition and works by German interwar artists such as Otto Dix and George Grosz; creating works as radical in their sociopolitical commentary as they are in style.

Framing

Prints can be ordered float-mounted in one of three bespoke framing options – matte black painted wood, matte white painted wood and unpainted abachi.

Medium

UV pigment print on 310gsm Somerset Tub Sized Satin White paper with silkscreen matte varnish seal.

Certificate of Authenticity

Arrives with a certificate of authenticity.

Finishing

Signed, dated and numbered on front.

Release date

October 05, 2023

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Behind the scenes

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Marcus Jansen1 collaborationToday, Marcus Jansen is considered a leading painter of his generation. His canvases are epic, apocalyptic and gorgeously expressive. But back in 1990, art was the last thing on his mind. Instead, he was fighting as an American soldier in the Gulf War. In 1997, he left the military and was diagnosed with PTSD. Enrolling on an art therapy course, Jansen unearthed his raw talent and passion for painting. "After seeing the war’s destruction, I instantly questioned the political and human motivations for why we do what we do”, he says. “I’ve said in prior interviews that [art] has saved my life and I’ve always meant that quite literally”.

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communication from start to finish has been very informative, quick and helpful. I am happy with the professional way in which the piece has been packaged and shipped, protected to a high degree. Thank you to everyone involved.
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simple perfection. just keep it up!
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