Soundsuits, named for the sounds made when the sculptures are worn, are as reminiscent of African and religious ceremonial costumes as they are of haute couture. A multitude of references bring to mind not only disparate cultural traditions but they also highlight Cave’s diverse background and artistic training. Cave studied and danced with Alvin Ailey and created his own clothing line, which he featured in a shop he opened and ran for ten years.
Mr. Cave is as interested in fashion and cultural concepts as he is in politics, a domain that has always been part of his work as demonstrated by acts of collecting and reconfiguring elements and concealing the identity, race and gender of those who wear his suits. Rendering his subjects faceless and anonymous, the suits help these individuals transcend the political realm in order to enter the realm of dreams and fantasy. (Courtesy of Jack Shainmain Gallery)
| 12" x 17" | $200 | |
| Edition of 500 | ||
| 20" x 24" | $500 | |
| Edition of 250 | ||
| 30" x 44" | $1,500 | |
| Edition of 100 | ||
| 60" x 42" | $3,000 | |
| Edition of 20 | ||
| 60" x 84" | $6,000 | |
| Edition of 10 |
Made with archival pigments on fine art rag paper. This work is produced in collaboration with the artist and comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity.
The quoted dimensions for this work of art are for the paper size and not the printed size of the image itself. This print contains a border as dictated by the artist to allow for framing.
| 12" x 17" | |
| Edition of 500 | |
| $200 | |
| 20" x 24" | |
| Edition of 250 | |
| $500 | |
| 30" x 44" | |
| Edition of 100 | |
| $1,500 | |
| 60" x 42" | |
| Edition of 20 | |
| $3,000 | |
| 60" x 84" | |
| Edition of 10 | |
| $6,000 |
Made with archival pigments on fine art rag paper. This work is produced in collaboration with the artist and comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity.
The quoted dimensions for this work of art are for the paper size and not the printed size of the image itself. This print contains a border as dictated by the artist to allow for framing.
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