David Wojnarowicz was an author, poet, photographer, musician, filmmaker and painter whose work as an AIDS activist influenced his visionary and revolutionary art. Personal experiences of disenfranchisement and the stories of people he met living on the margins of society informed the narratives of his work, with identity, sexuality and a bristling against political structures all contributing to its visceral edge. Wojnarowicz unapologetically channeled his anger at the injustices exacted on minorities and alternative lifestyles through repressive governments and financial systems into his paintings, prints, collages and photography.
Wojnarowicz was born in Red Bank, New Jersey, in 1954. He had a tumultuous childhood, dropping out of high school and living on the streets by the time he was 16. He spent much of his youth hitchhiking, spending time in San Francisco and then Paris.
Wojnarowicz moved to New York’s East Village in 1978, where he began exhibiting his art, which he frequently made from found materials. He became a central figure in the culture wars of the 1980s and 1990s, refusing to censor his work, which often forthrightly reflected his queer sexuality and his fury at the conservative establishment. Particularly after the death of his lover Peter Hujar in 1987, he concentrated on the government’s political inaction during the AIDS crisis. As he wrote in his 1991 memoir, Close to the Knives, “To make the private into something public is an action that has terrific repercussions.”
Wojnarowicz died in 1992 from complications due to AIDS. His art is in major collections around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Tate Modern and the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, which has championed LGBTQ+ artists such as Wojnarowicz for decades. In 2018, the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York held a retrospective of his work.
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Untitled (Arthur Rimbaud in Paris)
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in New York, NY
David Wojnarowicz Untitled (Arthur Rimbaud in Paris) 1980/2023 Estate stamped, verso Archival pigment print (Edition of 100) 6.16 x 4.125 inches, image 10 x 8 inches, sheet Con...
Archival Pigment
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Untitled (Buffaloes), Black and White Photograph by David Wojnarowicz
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in New York, NY
Untitled (Buffaloes), Photograph by David Wojnarowicz 1988/1994 Estate stamp in black ink, vesro Also initialed “TWR” and numbered in black ink, vesro Platinum print (Edition of 10...
Platinum
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Falling Man and Statue of Liberty
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in New York, NY
Collaboration between David Wojnarowicz and Jane Bauman Contact gallery for price. This work is offered by ClampArt in New York City.
Paper, Spray Paint
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Trial Run of "Burning House"
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in New York, NY
Spray paint on paper Contact gallery for price This work is offered by ClampArt in New York City.
Paper, Spray Paint
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Rimbaud in New York
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in New York, NY
Gelatin silver print (Edition of 6) Estate stamped in black ink, verso Also initialed "TWR" and numbered in pencil, verso This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York...
Silver Gelatin
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Untitled (Between C & D)
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in New York, NY
In this offset poster, printed in collaboration with the Lower East Side literary magazine, "Between C & D," David Wojnarowicz confronts and denounces violence against members of the LGBT community. Cynthia Carr discusses this poster in her biography, "Fire in the Belly: The Life and Times of David Wojnarowicz." She relates the episode of when Wojnarowicz became estranged from collaborator Marion Scemama during the production of this piece and inked out her name on the copies of the poster in his possession. This is a copy from his estate. Between C & D (1983–1990) was a Lower East Side quarterly literary magazine edited by Joel Rose and Carherine Texier. Though a geographical reference to the blocks between Avenue C and Avenue D in New York City's East Village neighborhood, “Between C & D” has also been suggested to mean “between coke and dope,” giving an indication of the publication's transgressive content and ethos. The magazine's actual tagline was “Sex. Drugs. Danger. Violence. Computers.” It was printed on fanfold computer paper, sold in a plastic bag, and featured original artwork on each binding. Contributors included Kathy Acker, Dennis Cooper, Gary Indiana, Tama Janowitz...
Offset
Emma in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, April 1984
By Jonathan Becker
Located in New York, NY
Emma in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, 1984 Pão de Açucar, (Sugarloaf Mountain), Rio’s defining landmark looms in the background. Photographed by Jonathan Becker Contemporary 14" x 14.5...
Platinum
$1,059
H 15.75 in W 10.83 in D 0.79 in
Surreal Island Painting on Reclaimed Wood Panel With Gold Leaf and Texture
By Gozo
Located in FISTERRA, ES
Surreal island painting on reclaimed wood panel with gold leaf, textured surface and luminous blue-green palette. This mixed media island painting is executed on a reclaimed wood pa...
Gold Leaf
$675
H 24 in W 24 in
Pac Story - Original Rainbow Retro Street Art Inspired Painting
By Amber Goldhammer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Amber Goldhammer paints dramatic abstract compositions in acrylic on canvas featuring energetic brushstrokes. Goldhammer uses her contemporary paintings to express...
Canvas, Latex, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
$499
H 18 in W 24 in
Lover 2 - Figurative Pink Pin Up Cowgirl Western Mixed Media Art on Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jesse’s imagery often merges playful and gritty elements, blending floral patterns, vintage-inspired designs, and bold outlines with a touch of whimsy. His artwork exudes a sense of ...
Paint, Paper, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Permanent Marker
$499
H 18 in W 24 in
Lover (3/14) - Figurative Pink Pin Up Cowgirl Western Mixed Media Art on Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jesse’s imagery often merges playful and gritty elements, blending floral patterns, vintage-inspired designs, and bold outlines with a touch of whimsy. His artwork exudes a sense of ...
Paint, Paper, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Permanent Marker
$1,525
H 30 in W 40 in
You Are Everything I Love You - Original Black and White Word Painting
By Amber Goldhammer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Amber Goldhammer paints dramatic abstract compositions in acrylic on canvas featuring energetic brushstrokes. Goldhammer uses her contemporary paintings to express...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Latex, Spray Paint, Acrylic
$398Sale Price|20% Off
H 41 in W 27 in D 0.05 in
The Law vs Billy The Kid, original 1954 linen backed US 1 sheet movie poster
Located in Spokane, WA
The Law vs. Billy the Kid, is an original 1954 vintage movie poster. Dead for six dollars! Archival linen backed and ready for framing. This The Law...
Offset
$455
H 24 in W 18 in
Love Hurts - Colorful Figurative Pin Up Cowgirl Western Mixed Media Art on Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jesse’s imagery often merges playful and gritty elements, blending floral patterns, vintage-inspired designs, and bold outlines with a touch of whimsy. His artwork exudes a sense of ...
Paint, Paper, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Permanent Marker
$675
H 24 in W 24 in
My Favorite Game - Original Retro Street Art Inspired Painting
By Amber Goldhammer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Amber Goldhammer paints dramatic abstract compositions in acrylic on canvas featuring energetic brushstrokes. Goldhammer uses her contemporary paintings to express...
Canvas, Latex, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
$550
H 13 in W 13 in
I Heart You Everyday - Framed Original Pop Art Inspired Textured Hearts Art
By Amber Goldhammer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Amber Goldhammer paints dramatic abstract compositions in acrylic on canvas featuring energetic brushstrokes. Goldhammer uses her contemporary paintings to express emotions akin to silent poetry while drawing inspiration for her palette from the layered world around her. Her artworks include layered textures and playful details along the surfaces. This original colorful graffiti-inspired painting measures 13 inches square. The artwork is framed in a white wood frame, size and price include the frame. It is wired and ready to hang. This painting is signed and titled by the artist on the back. Convenient local Los Angeles area shipping. Affordable Continental U.S. and global shipping also available. A certificate of authenticity issued by the art gallery is included. Amber Goldhammer is best known for creating vibrant abstract paintings with a street art edge. She originally started painting with pigments, powders, and waxes and went on to experiment with different mediums and processes to keep evolving her artworks. As love and joy are paramount emotions in life, Goldhammer hopes her series incorporating the “I Love You” message expands to reach a wide audience. Connecting people through public art is one way she believes her street murals can impact lives, as it is impossible to view her work and not feel a sense of joy and love. Painting a convergence of color and emotion, she builds and layers bold colors organically, allowing the process to determine the outcome. There is no analyzing, conceptualizing, or judging that takes place. It all happens in the moment, as a union between her, the canvas, and the paint. Amber Goldhammer frequently draws inspiration for her palette from the colors of the ocean, saying, “I get to take in the essence of the ocean every day, which fuels my creativity and brings me peace.” Embracing a profound love for existence unveils a world adorned with beauty at every turn. When one's heart is entwined with the sheer joy of life, the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary, and the mundane becomes a canvas of boundless inspiration. This sentiment resonates eloquently in the captivating artworks by Amber Goldhammer. Within her original creations, positivity takes center stage, as vibrant hues dance harmoniously to convey a celebration of life. Hearts and declarations of love, intricately painted onto the canvas, serve as visual affirmations of the artist's unwavering affection for the world. Each stroke tells a story of optimism, inviting viewers to share in the enchanting journey where love and art converge to create a tapestry of uplifting emotions. Amber Goldhammer's works are not just paintings; they are vibrant expressions of a love affair with life itself. A worldwide collected young artist with ongoing concurrent exhibitions in galleries throughout the United States and Switzerland, Goldhammer's artworks have also been exhibited at major international art fairs. Her original paintings have been showcased in print and online publications, and on such TV series as “Million Dollar Listing,” “Being Mary Jane,” “The Catch” as well as both multi-Emmy® nominated series, “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”, and “Scandal.” Goldhammer’s art is also featured on Netflix’s original series, “G.L.O.W.” by “Weeds” creator, Jenji Kohan. Artspace Warehouse has been representing and exhibiting Amber Goldhammer's original artworks since 2011. The gallery has been a 1stdibs partner since 2014 with consistently excellent reviews from clients worldwide. The gallery exhibits a large selection of affordable original artworks from established and emerging international artists with diverse backgrounds at high standards. Artspace Warehouse is known to provide accurate descriptions, images, reliable services, communication, and delivery. REPRESENTATION Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, California SOLO EXHIBITIONS 2022 Christopher Martin Gallery, Dallas, TX 2022 Merritt Gallery, Washington, DC 2021 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2020 Christopher Martin Gallery, Dallas, TX 2012 Meridian’s, Ventura, CA 2010 Healing Bodywork, Santa Monica, CA GROUP EXHIBITIONS 2023 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA Kunstwarenhaus, Zurich, Switzerland Christopher Martin Gallery, Dallas, TX Merritt Gallery, Washington DC MAC Fine Art, Ft Lauderdale, FL Clarendon Fine Art, London, England 2022 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA Kunstwarenhaus, Zurich, Switzerland Christopher Martin Gallery, Dallas, TX Merritt Gallery, Washington DC MAC Fine Art, Ft Lauderdale, FL Clarendon Fine Art, London, England 2021 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA Kunstwarenhaus, Zurich, Switzerland Christopher Martin Gallery, Dallas, TX Merritt Gallery, Washington DC MAC Fine Art, Ft Lauderdale, FL Clarendon Fine Art, London, England 2020 Kunstwarenhaus Zurich, Switzerland Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA Kevin Barry Fine Art...
Canvas, Latex, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
$12,000
H 14 in W 14 in
Martha Graham with Madonna & Calvin Klein at New York City Center, October 1990
By Jonathan Becker
Located in New York, NY
Martha Graham at New York City Center after her final onstage bow - backstage with Madonna and Calvin Klein, October 1990 "Martha was my godmother, and she was posing." - JB Photog...
Platinum
$398
H 22.38 in W 9 in D 0.1 in
Joan Baez in Concert Under the Stars original 1975 Concert vintage poster
Located in Spokane, WA
Original concert poster: Joan Baez in Concert Under the Stars, Oct 31, 1975, Orange County, CA. Artist: Rick Griffin. Size: 9.75" x 23 3/8". Black and White original concert...
Offset
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H 6 in W 8 in
David Wojnarowicz 1986-1999: a set of 4 illustrated announcements
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in NEW YORK, NY
David Wojnarowicz 1986-1999: a set of 4 illustrated announcements: A rare set of 4 vintage gallery announcement cards, 3 of which published during Wojnarowicz's lifetime. Published o...
Offset
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H 6 in W 8 in
David Wojnarowicz illustrated announcement 1987 (Gracie Mansion gallery)
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in NEW YORK, NY
David Wojnarowicz’s The Four Elements at Gracie Mansion Gallery, New York, 1987. Offset printed announcement card; approximately 6x8 inches (folded closed). Good overall vintage co...
Offset
David Wojnarowicz illustrated announcement New York 1983
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in NEW YORK, NY
David Wojnarowicz New York 1983: Rare early 1980s David Wojnarowicz illustrated announcement card advertising a sale at Dianne Benson’s store, Dianne B, Decem...
Offset
Untitled (One Day This Kid. . .)
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in New York, NY
Letterpress (Edition of 100) Estate stamped in black ink and numbered, verso This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. David Wojnarowicz was born in Red Bank, ...
Black and White
Act Up (Diptych)
By David Wojnarowicz
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: David Wojnarowicz Title: Act Up (Diptych) Year: 1990 Medium: Two Silkscreens, one signed and dated in pencil Image: 18.5 x 23.5 inches Each Sheet ...
Screen