We Are All In The Gutter But Some Of Us Are Looking Up At The Stars
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- $7,800
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- $692
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Curatorial note
**FROM THE PERSONAL COLLECTION OF APC.** *This is an absolutely stunning, museum grade work; FOUR FEET in height and THIRTY inches in width.* **THIS WORK IS MORE PAINTING THAN PRINT — IT IS A HUGE WORK AND IS THE CENTERPIECE OF WHEREVER IT IS HUNG!** *HEAVILY, HEAVILY HAND FINISHED IN;* **ACRYLICS & OILS WITH A THICK LAYER OF SILKSCREEN VARNISH.** **ABSOLUTELY STUNNING WORK…** *APC ART is delighted to present one of the most sought-after editions by internationally acclaimed artistic duo The Connor Brothers, **We Are All In The Gutter But Some Of Us Are Looking Up At The Stars**, published by the artists in 2018. Executed as a hand-embellished pigment print with varnish on wove paper, the work measures an impressive **120 × 75 cm (47.2 × 29.5 inches)** and is hand signed and numbered in pencil from the exceptionally small edition of only **20** examples.* *The Connor Brothers have become one of the defining voices of contemporary British art through their unmistakable fusion of vintage Americana, literary quotations and sharp social commentary. Their instantly recognizable compositions blur the boundaries between truth and fiction, humor and melancholy, nostalgia and modernity. Drawing inspiration from advertising, pulp fiction, cinema and classic portraiture, the duo has created a body of work that speaks equally to seasoned collectors and new audiences alike.* *This particular edition is widely regarded as one of their most beautiful and emotionally resonant works. Featuring a luminous portrait of Marilyn Monroe gazing skyward beneath the timeless Oscar Wilde quotation, **"We Are All In The Gutter But Some Of Us Are Looking At The Stars,"** the work serves as a poignant meditation on hope, ambition and the resilience of the human spirit. The juxtaposition of Monroe's iconic image with Wilde's celebrated words transforms a familiar cultural figure into something deeply universal—reminding us that even in life's darkest moments, optimism and aspiration remain within reach.* *Unlike the duo's standard pigment editions, this example has been individually hand embellished with painterly interventions and varnish, ensuring that every impression possesses subtle differences and unique characteristics. These hand-finished surfaces create remarkable depth and texture while reinforcing the tactile quality of the original artwork. Combined with the remarkably small edition of only twenty impressions, each work becomes a highly individual example of The Connor Brothers' practice.* *The Connor Brothers have enjoyed an extraordinary rise within the contemporary art world, exhibiting internationally while their works have entered important private and public collections across Europe, the United States and Asia. Their market continues to strengthen as collectors increasingly recognize the enduring appeal of their visually striking compositions and universally relatable themes. Their ability to merge literary intelligence with instantly recognizable imagery has positioned them among the most collectible contemporary British artists working today.* *This work is both visually breathtaking and intellectually engaging. The dramatic scale, rich painterly surface and powerful combination of image and text create a museum-quality statement piece capable of transforming any collection or interior. It is a work that invites repeated viewing, revealing new emotional nuances with every encounter.* *Offered in excellent condition, this edition represents an outstanding opportunity to acquire one of The Connor Brothers' most iconic and desirable hand-embellished editions. With its exceptionally small edition size, timeless subject matter and enduring message of hope, **We Are All In The Gutter But Some Of Us Are Looking Up At The Stars** stands as one of the duo's defining contemporary works and an exceptional long-term acquisition for the discerning collector.* *As with all works offered by APC ART, we are pleased to offer professional museum-quality archival framing options and are happy to discuss custom presentation solutions tailored specifically to your collection.* *Please feel free to browse our selection of over 1,100 works from more than 200 of the world's most influential contemporary artists.* *APC ART offers professional art advisory services backed by decades of experience within the international contemporary art market. From private acquisitions and museum-quality framing to complete collection management, we are proud to serve collectors throughout the United States and around the world.* *APC-ART.COM* *+1 (404) 457-4491* *— APC ART* Provenance Purchased direct from the artist’s studio upon release. Included with the work will be a certificate of authenticity issued by APC ART, guaranteeing the work in perpetuity. Condition The work is in excellent condition. The work has been stored flat.
Specifications
- Artist
- The Connor Brothers
- Title
- We Are All In The Gutter But Some Of Us Are Looking Up At The Stars
- Edition
- Unique work
- Signature
- Unsigned
- Framing
- Unframed
- Presented by
- APC Gallery
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