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Christopher Polentz
Surrealist Mixed Media Portrait, "'Prince' The Guide" by Christopher Polentz

2018

$1,300
£998.34
€1,144.09
CA$1,830.08
A$2,050.09
CHF 1,068.29
MX$25,006.90
NOK 13,575.46
SEK 12,800.69
DKK 8,539.17

About the Item

A 16” x 16” x 2” Surrealist Mixed Media Portrait Painting executed on Wood Panel with Acrylic and Graphite by artist Christopher Polentz. A certificate of authenticity will accompany the piece upon its purchase or delivery. “Amidst the endless expanse of the Saudi desert, where the shifting sands whisper tales of ancient civilizations long forgotten, a remarkable event unfolded. The Prince, on his pilgrimage from Iran to Egypt, found himself amidst the dunes, was welcomed with a Westernized birthday celebration, a stark contrast to the traditional empty landscapes surrounding him. In the midst of the festivities, the Prince was presented with a whimsical birthday hat, decorated with vibrant colors and playful patterns. Instantly charmed, he donned the hat with delight, its presence becoming a symbol of joy amidst the arid wilderness. Throughout the remaining days of his journey, the Prince proudly wore his birthday hat as he traversed the vast expanses, a beacon of celebration amidst the solitude of the sands. Moving ever forward to his destination. When the time came for his coronation, the Prince found himself torn between tradition and the fondness he had developed for his birthday hat. It was said that it took considerable persuasion for him to reluctantly remove the hat, its absence leaving a void in the otherwise predictable ceremony. Captured in this momentous photograph, the Prince sits in the ornate coronation chair, a hint of nostalgia in his eyes as he recalls the joyous moments spent wearing his beloved birthday hat amidst the grandeur of the desert. Heavy is the head that wears the crown.” -Polentz Chris Polentz graduated from Art Center College of Design in 1985. After working as an illustrator for 20 years he studied at Syracuse University earning his Master’s degree. Polentz has taught at Art Center, Mira Costa College, Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, and Palomar College. He currently teaches at Irvine Valley College.
  • Creator:
    Christopher Polentz (American)
  • Creation Year:
    2018
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Gallery Location:
    San Diego, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1593214312562

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