Elvis Gunslinger (Flaming Star)
Painting on stretched canvas • Shango (contemporary street/pop artist)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Pop Art / Neo-Expressionism / Urban Street Art
Medium & Technique
Mixed media including acrylic paint, spray paint, and marker; executed with expressive, gestural brushwork and stencil-like outlines.
Creation Period
Circa 1995 (based on the signature 'SHANGO 95')
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 48 x 24 inches; vertical portrait format.
Subject Description
A full-length depiction of Elvis Presley in his role as Pacer Burton from the 1960 film 'Flaming Star'. The figure is posed as a gunslinger against a vibrant red background, utilizing iconic imagery popularized by Andy Warhol.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the canvas appears structurally sound with vibrant pigment retention.
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $3,500 USD
Auction Estimate
$1,000 - $2,500 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a private gallery or directly from the artist; features a prominent vertical signature 'SHANGO 95' on the upper right edge.
Art Historical Significance
The work represents the mid-90s intersection of traditional celebrity portraiture and the burgeoning street art aesthetic. It pays homage to Warhol's silver Elvis series while injecting a raw, Neo-Expressionist energy characteristic of the post-Basquiat era.
Notable Features
Distinctive vertical 'tag' style signature and the use of multi-colored 'glitch' strokes over the denim and shirt, contrasting with the flat, aggressive red ground.
Condition Issues
Minor surface scuffing and possible thinning of the paint layer in areas of high impasto; light dust accumulation.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional cleaning to remove surface dust; UV-protective varnish if not already applied; display away from direct sunlight in a climate-controlled environment.