Young, Purvis (American, 1943-2010), Untitled - 5 Figures, undated, oil on found material (round piece of thick board), signed at the upper center, 48 inch diameter, unframed. Purvis Young was an African-American artist of Bahamian descent. Young’s art was often a blend of painting and drawing with collaged elements utilizing everyday found materials. Young was an autodidact and acquired a vast treasure trove of resources for inspiration – documentaries, art books, American history and spiritual folklore were creative touchstones. Steve says: Purvis Young’s work can be read as a voice of protest, protesting the injustices he and the black community experienced all their lives. His subject matter consists of many things; pregnant women with halos, men behind bars for life, soldiers, basketball street players, horses with triumphant riders and boats full of slaves. All his work was painted on found objects, junk, that he scavenged from the Wynwood streets of Miami where he lived in a warehouse stacked with thousands of works. Purvis was about to lose his home and studio until art collectors Don and Mera Rubell (brother of Steve of Studio54 fame) saved the day with a dedication to preserve both his home and his artworks with a stipend to continue working. Since then, 493 paintings have been donated to museums across the country. I am lucky enough to own several. In good condition, board with inherent issues, including 3 small holes. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .