Artwork Description
Reproduction of Reverie Graffiti by Mary Urban
Mary Urban — "Reverie Graffiti". This work represents a compelling synthesis of classical academic tradition and contemporary urban art, positioning itself as a significant contribution to the surrealist genre. The artist employs a meticulous, painterly technique reminiscent of late 19th-century academicism, evident in the precise rendering of the woman's classical drapery, the detailed rendering of the marble statue, and the atmospheric landscape in the background. This traditional foundation is deliberately subverted by the introduction of modern graffiti, creating a powerful visual dissonance that is the cornerstone of the piece's conceptual weight. Compositionally, the artwork utilizes an asymmetric balance, with the classical elements on the left and the chaotic graffiti on the right, creating a dynamic tension that guides the viewer's eye across the canvas. The color palette is rich and deliberate, with the warm, luminous peach of the woman's gown and the cool, vibrant blues of the graffiti creating a high-contrast visual dialogue that is both harmonious and jarring. The use of light is masterful, with a soft, diffused illumination that enhances the texture of the marble and the fabric, while the graffiti itself appears to glow with an internal, almost neon-like energy. Historically, the work can be situated within the tradition of modernist surrealism, drawing parallels to artists who explored the subconscious and the juxtaposition of disparate realities. Its interpretive significance lies in its ability to provoke thought about the relationship between cultural heritage and contemporary expression, suggesting that beauty and meaning are not confined to the past but can be found in the most unexpected of places, even amidst urban decay. It is a visually compelling meditation on the enduring power of art to transcend time and context.For more art by Mary Urban click here.
Decorus Art is an authorized licensee of Wild Apple Graphics. All artwork is printed in-house and fulfilled directly from our U.S. studio.
Part Number: 102583g
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Material Details
1. Print on Demand Canvas
2. Print on Demand Poster Paper
3. Print on Demand Fine Art
Bleed and Trimming Information
- Bleed Information (canvas only): 3-inch mirrored bleed included. Reach out to us for other options.
- All Prints:
We include a small trim border around each print with order and copyright details. If you'd prefer your image printed right to the edge (no border), just let us know in the “Order Notes” section for that item.
Shipping
Shipping Format
✔ Rolled Fine Art Print
✔ Ships in Protective Tube
✔ Frame NOT included
Mary Urban
Mary Urban | 🌎 Vermont, USA
Mary Urban loves art and, when she isn’t creating, you can find her immersed in her stacks of art history books. “I love to almost oversaturate myself with their inspiration. Then I close all the books and work on my own images.”
Growing up in the idyllic Vermont countryside, Mary was encouraged by family and teachers to be an artist. At 18, she moved to Boston to study graphic design at the Massachusetts College of Art. The lure of her peaceful country home was too much and she returned to open an organic coffee...
Print on Demand Specific Information
All our prints are Print on Demand prints arrive ROLLED. They are rolled in protective glassine paper and inserted into a plastic sleeve. The art is then placed in a tube with secured end caps and placed inside a box for extra protection. These are NOT finished or framed Art pieces unless specified as such.
All sizes are specified in inches.
Canvas prints come standard with a 3" mirror bleed to allow for gallery stretching. If a different bleed or type of bleed is required please contact us before placing your order or add the request to the Notes section before adding it to your cart.
