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Rashid Johnson Art

American, b. 1977

Rashid Johnson explores elements of cultural identity through a wide range of media, with a focus on African-American history.

Many of Johnson's works are poignant meditations on race and class. The artist is known for using both abstraction and autobiographical elements in his work juxtaposed with aspects relating to science and African-American history.

Johnson frequently introduces new techniques to his practice, whether at his own printmaking atelier or through frequent collaborations. He also makes his own tools to score, scrape, engrave, and brand his artwork.

Regardless of medium, Johnson's aesthetic is known for its repeated motifs such as giant black forms — sometimes aggressive, sometimes gestural — that seem to devour their pictorial plane.

A graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Johnson’s work can be found in museum collections around the world. In 2011, he was featured in the international pavilion at the Venice Biennale. He is also one of the youngest artists to have works pass the $1 million dollar mark at auction.

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Untitled (Anxious Man) By Rashid Johnson
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Untitled (Anxious Man) By Rashid Johnson Rashid Johnson is a contemporary American artist recognized for his multimedia works, including paintings, sculptures, and installations, ...
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"Run, " Softground etching, USA, 2018, Signed and dated by the artist
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Find a wide variety of authentic Rashid Johnson art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Rashid Johnson in etching, paper and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Rashid Johnson art, so small editions measuring 8 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Hank Willis Thomas, John Reeves, and Nick Smith. Rashid Johnson art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $11,000 and tops out at $16,034, while the average work can sell for $13,517.

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