The Dogwood Thieves

John CurrinWW-2003-135763

2003·Pen and brush and black and white gouache, on white wove paper prepared with blue gouache·Max: 34.6 × 25.4 cm (13 5/8 × 10 in.)

Catalogue

Year: 2003
Medium: Pen and brush and black and white gouache, on white wove paper prepared with blue gouache
Dimensions: Max: 34.6 × 25.4 cm (13 5/8 × 10 in.)
Collection: Art Institute of Chicago
Artist: John Currin

Artist

John Currin

Painting

John Currin is an American painter based in New York City. He is most recognised for his technically proficient satirical figurative paintings that explore controversial sexual and societal topics. His work shows a wide range of influences, including sources as diverse as the Renaissance, popular culture magazines, and contemporary fashion models. He often distorts or exaggerates the erotic forms of the female body, and has stressed that his characters are reflections of himself rather than inspired by real people.

Boulder, CO, USA

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