Papo Colo

America America
2009

A mirrored image of a person with their head covered in a blue cloth against a red background, creating an abstract and faceless portrait. The person's head is tilted slightly downwards, and a thin gold chain can be seen hanging from their neck.
A mirrored image of a person with their head covered in a blue cloth against a red background, creating an abstract and faceless portrait. The person's head is tilted slightly downwards, and a thin gold chain can be seen hanging from their neck.

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Date
2009

Classification
Prints

Medium
Inkjet print with string

Dimensions
Sheet: 30 1/2 × 44 1/2in. (77.5 × 113 cm) Image: 30 1/2 × 44 1/2in. (77.5 × 113 cm) Length (string, each): 20in. (50.8 cm)

Accession number
2012.154.7

Edition
1/50

Credit line
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; purchase, with funds from the Director's Discretionary Fund

Rights and reproductions
© Papo Colo

API
artworks/42046

Part of a series:

America America: Exit Art Portfolio 2009

7 works

A mirrored image of a person with their head covered in a blue cloth against a red background, creating an abstract and faceless portrait. The person's head is tilted slightly downwards, and a thin gold chain can be seen hanging from their neck.
An abstract artwork featuring a blend of warm colors, predominantly red and orange, with a figure that appears to be in motion. The figure is somewhat obscured by the abstract shapes and brushstrokes, giving the impression of a dynamic, fluid scene. The artwork includes various textures and layers, with some areas appearing more opaque and others more translucent.
A minimalist ink sketch on a cream-colored paper depicting three women in vintage attire, with the central figure holding what appears to be a martini glass. The lines are fluid and suggestive rather than detailed, capturing the essence of the figures with a few strokes. The artwork has a signature in the bottom left corner and a title "Three Bathers in Monte Carlo" written at the bottom.
Abstract photo of fragmented mirrors with a subtle blue line where the edges meet, creating a disjointed reflection.
A monochrome image featuring a man in a houndstooth patterned suit and tie, with a serious expression. His face and upper body are overlaid with a white, dripping peace symbol, creating a stark contrast against the dark, smoky background.
Abstract painting with vertical drips and splatters in black, yellow, and pink on a pale blue background, creating an impression of a cityscape with tall buildings or spires.
A collage of black and white images with a central color drawing of a banana bunch hanging against a lattice background. The surrounding photos include a close-up of a banana bunch, a garden lantern, and underbrush. The artwork is titled "The Yard Show" and is numbered and signed by the artist, dated 2009.

Papo Colo
15 works in the collection

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