Derrick Adams – Good Luck Charm, 2021 – Mixed Media

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Polyurethane and mixed media with original wooden case - Signed and numbered on the accompanying Certificate of Authenticity.

Good Luck Charm by Derrick Adams, created in 2021, is a playful and vibrant sculpture that merges pop culture with whimsical design elements. This mixed media piece, crafted from polyurethane, depicts a stylized black unicorn adorned with a golden horn, a rainbow mane, and tail, accessorized with a gold chain and medallion bearing the initials DA. The object embodies a sense of fun and charm, blending modern aesthetics with the fantastical imagery of unicorns. Signed and numbered on the accompanying Certificate of Authenticity, this sculpture exemplifies Adams’ exploration of identity and contemporary iconography through the lens of joy and positivity.

Derrick Adams (USA, 1970) is a multidisciplinary artist exploring Black identity, leisure, and cultural narratives. Known for works like the 'Floater' series, his art spans painting, sculpture, and performance, blending vibrant imagery with social critique. Adams has exhibited globally, and his work appears in major collections, including the Whitney Museum and The Studio Museum in Harlem.

Derrick Adams

Good Luck Charm, 2021

Name: Good Luck Charm, 2021
Brand: Derrick Adams
SKU: 13236
Price: 6000.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Sculpture / Object

Sculpture / ObjectA sculpture is a three-dimension object made using any one of the basic sculpting processes. These include carving, casting, constructing or modeling. Carving materials may be bone, ivory, stone or wood. Modeling and casting use clay or wax, while constructions glue materials together.

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Mixed Media

Mixed MediaMixed media refers to artwork that incorporates more than one medium within a single piece. Unlike multimedia art, which combines distinct forms of visual art and often includes elements like sound, video, or digital media, mixed media focuses on combining traditional art materials, such as paint, ink, and collage. Mixed media art allows artists to achieve a wide range of effects and textures by layering and blending different materials.

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Polyurethane and mixed media with original wooden case - Signed and numbered on the accompanying Certificate of Authenticity.

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Derrick Adams

Good Luck Charm, 2021

Sculpture / Object

Mixed Media

USD 6,000

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As an artist, you just want to make art.
- Derrick Adams

Derrick Adams is a contemporary American artist whose work spans across painting, collage, sculpture, performance, video, and sound installations. Born in 1970 in Baltimore, Maryland, Adams received his BFA from Pratt Institute and an MFA from Columbia University. He also completed the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture Program.

Adams is known for his vibrant, figurative works that explore the intersection of Black identity, cultural history, and personal narrative. His art often addresses themes of representation, identity, and the African American experience in the United States. One of his notable series, "Floater," presents portraits of Black people leisurely floating in water, challenging stereotypical representations and highlighting moments of joy and relaxation.

Adams' work has been exhibited in numerous prestigious institutions, including the Museum of Arts and Design in New York, the Studio Museum in Harlem, and the Brooklyn Museum. His art is held in several public collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York.

In addition to his artistic practice, Adams is an educator and mentor, having taught at several institutions and participated in various community-based art projects. He is celebrated for his innovative approach to contemporary art and his commitment to representing and empowering Black communities through his work. (Artist Website)

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Good Luck Charm, 2021

16 x 28 x 16 cm

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