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Activists Destroyed My Masterpiece,
2022
The Activist
Painting : acrylic, wood, canvas
60 x 43 x 1 cm 23.6 x 16.9 x 0.4 inch
$4,284
$3,642
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About the artwork
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Unique work
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Hand-signed by artist
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Dimensions cm • inch
60 x 43 x 1 cm 23.6 x 16.9 x 0.4 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Framing
White frame
Artwork dimensions including frame
66 x 49 x 4 cm 26 x 19.3 x 1.6 inch
Artwork sold in perfect condition
Artwork location: Germany
After years of exhibition and thousands of views we are proud to may offer it on Artsper now!
"Activists Destroyed My Masterpiece (1)" is a bold and thought-provoking work that masterfully bridges past and present, art and activism. As the first piece in an evolving collection of paintings and collages, it captures the essence of contemporary struggles while paying homage to one of the greatest pioneers of modern art.
Drawing inspiration from Piet Mondrian's iconic geometric precision and vibrant color fields, this piece takes his vision a step further—only to deconstruct it entirely. Each element is meticulously hand-painted and then intentionally destroyed by hand, creating a striking contrast between structured perfection and raw emotion. The result is a visually captivating yet deeply symbolic manifesto of our times.
Set within an old antique frame, the artwork merges classical elegance with radical expression, reinforcing the tension between tradition and disruption. It speaks to the world's current climate—where voices fight to be heard, fears demand recognition, and the future remains uncertain. The deliberate destruction becomes a metaphor for both resistance and renewal, echoing the urgency of those who challenge the status quo.
This is not just a painting; it is a statement, a protest, and a contemporary masterpiece. It redefines Mondrian's aesthetic principles, transforming them into a raw, dynamic, and socially charged expression of modern reality. A rare and unique piece that embodies the pulse of today's world, making it an essential addition to any collection that values art with meaning, history, and vision.
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AMOKO GALLERY • Germany
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The name says it all: The Activist. He was born in 1978 in Germany and is a multi-talented artist who works in many artistic disciplines. He creates paintings, digital artworks and sculptures in order to destroy them by putting himself into the role of an activist. This results in wonderful works that surrender to the aesthetics of destruction. The Activist develops unique pieces of art and with this he wants to draw attention to the actual situation in the world. Where people struggle to be heard with their fears and deeply try to change the future.
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