Os Gêmeos - New Now: Modern & Contemporary Art New York Wednesday, September 25, 2024 | Phillips
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  • Provenance

    Also Known As, New York
    Acquired from the above by the present owner in August 2012

  • Artist Biography

    Os Gêmeos

    Brazilian • 1974

    Born Otavio and Gustavo Pandolfo, Os Gêmeos ('The Twins') are graffiti artists from São Paulo whose style is influenced by both Brazilian tradition and hip hop culture. Their work often features yellow-skinned figures but is otherwise diverse, ranging from interpretations of Brazilian folklore to social and political commentary. With the advent of American hip hop culture in Brazil in the late 1980s, the identical twins became interested in breakdancing. This led them to begin emulating New York graffiti art they had seen in photos before starting to consciously incorporate elements of Brazilian culture into their art and develop their own style. Their creative output graces walls across the world, from Scotland to Los Angeles, and also includes sculptures and installations.

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mixed media on canvas, in artist's frame
60 1/2 x 40 5/8 in. (153.7 x 103.2 cm)
Executed in 2012.

Estimate
$60,000 - 80,000 

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New Now: Modern & Contemporary Art

New York Auction 25 September 2024