Droopy Dog Abstraction, 2017

George Condo is an influential American artist known for his distinctive style that blends elements of classical European portraiture with contemporary abstraction and surrealism. Born in 1957, Condo has been a significant figure in the art world since the 1980s, contributing to the development of what he terms “Artificial Realism.” His work often features distorted, grotesque figures that challenge conventional notions of beauty and reality, combining humor with a deep psychological insight. Condo’s unique approach to painting and drawing has made him a key figure in contemporary art, with his works held in prestigious collections around the world.

“Droopy Dog Abstraction” (2017) exemplifies Condo’s signature style, merging figuration with abstraction in a playful yet thought-provoking manner. This artwork, a 7-color silkscreen on Coventry Rag 335gsm paper, measures 18 x 16 inches and is part of a limited edition of 75, each signed and numbered by the artist. The piece features a distorted, abstracted rendition of the cartoon character Droopy Dog, reimagined through Condo’s lens of fragmented forms and vibrant colors. The artwork encapsulates Condo’s ability to fuse high and low culture, using a familiar pop culture icon to explore deeper themes of identity, emotion, and the human condition. “Droopy Dog Abstraction” stands as a testament to Condo’s ongoing exploration of the boundaries between the absurd and the profound.