Multi-Eyed Gaze
Mixed media painting on canvas • Contemporary emerging artist; stylistically influenced by Neo-Expressionism and modern street art
Style & Movement
Neo-Expressionism / Outsider Art influence
Medium & Technique
Acrylic and oil pastel or wax crayon; employments of graffito (scratching into the surface), gestural linework, and saturated layering of color
Creation Period
Contemporary (circa 2015-2024)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches; vertical portrait format
Subject Description
A centralized, abstracted human face dominated by numerous ocular motifs. Two large primary eyes feature vertical 'tears' or drips, while dozens of smaller eyes saturate the forehead, cheeks, and nose area. The composition explores themes of hyper-awareness, surveillance, or psychological multiplicity.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the artwork appears recently produced with vibrant pigment and no visible structural damage
Estimated Market Value
$500 - $1,500 USD
Auction Estimate
$300 - $800 USD
Provenance History
Private collection; likely acquired directly from the artist via a studio sale or contemporary gallery
Art Historical Significance
A representation of the 21st-century fascination with the 'panopticon' effect and the fragmentation of identity in the digital age. It echoes the raw, emotive brushwork of Jean-Michel Basquiat and the surreal distortion of Picasso's later portraits.
Notable Features
Heavy vertical drips extending from the eyes create a 'bleeding' effect that anchors the floating composition. The use of high-contrast primaries against a dark, charcoal-like background creates a strong visual vibration.
Condition Issues
No significant damage noted. Minor surface variations appear to be intentional characteristic of the mixed media application.
Conservation Recommendations
Should be framed under UV-protective glass to prevent pigment fading, especially if oil pastels were used. Maintain in a climate-controlled environment with humidity between 40-50%.