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Matt Higgins
Nowhere To Go, Contemporary Text Painting

2024

$860
£660.44
€756.86
CA$1,210.67
A$1,356.22
CHF 706.71
MX$16,543.03
NOK 8,980.69
SEK 8,468.15
DKK 5,648.99

About the Item

Painted on a wooden panel with acrylic paint, this artwork delves into themes of paradise, utopia, and escapism, central to the artist's ongoing exploration. Through delicate strokes of blue, the piece portrays an idyllic scene featuring a pool, tropical greenery, and a solitary pool chair. Titled "Nowhere To Go," the phrase invites diverse interpretations. From the artist's viewpoint, it signifies embracing the present moment without fixating on predetermined destinations, emphasizing the journey over a final destination. Matt Higgins b. 1987 is an artist and art professor who lives and works in Philadelphia, Pa. He maintains a regular studio practice in the Fishtown neighborhood focusing on painting in a variety of styles and bodies of work. His work is included in numerous private collections and has been included in a wide range of interior design projects including residential properties, corporations, and hotels.
  • Creator:
    Matt Higgins (1987, Irish, Polish)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1925214146162

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