Unknown to me by Josh Hy
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Medium: print on paper
Dimensions: 76.2 x 76.2 cm
Edition production year: 2022
Edition of 10
Price: $5000.00 USD
Status: available
In creating "Unknown to me," I delved into the mesmerizing story of a queen whose allure and ambition led a king to relinquish his power. This piece captures the intoxicating blend of desire and greed, a complex dance that leaves an indelible mark on the soul. The vibrant yellows and reds embody the queen's brilliance and the lushness of her influence, while the chaotic strokes of black and blue hint at the entangled web of ambition and consequence. As you explore the layers, you'll notice how the colors clash and merge, much like the emotions and power struggles within the narrative. The textures are intentionally varied, reflecting the tumultuous journey of seduction and surrender. Each brushstroke is a testament to the lasting effects these emotions can have on the mind and heart. I hope viewers feel the intensity of this story and are reminded of the powerful forces of desire and ambition. May it evoke reflection on the choices we make and the unseen consequences that ripple through our lives.
Why collect this work?
A broad black bar cuts across a predominantly yellow square, giving the scattered marks a temporary visual anchor while resisting any stable scene or hierarchy.
- Hy describes the work as a story of a queen, desire, and surrendered power. That intention provides a narrative frame, although no figure or event is explicitly depicted.
- In the supplied image, red, blue, white, and black marks gather near the edges and lower centre. Thin looping lines contrast with blockier passages, making the composition alternate between dispersal and sudden concentration.
- The catalogue identifies a 2022 print on paper, measuring 76.2 centimetres square. Printing can hold gestural-looking marks and translucent-looking overlaps within one fixed, reproducible surface, without establishing how the original image was made.
- The work is a useful encounter with the gap between stated narrative and visible abstraction. Its account of power remains legible mainly through interruption, imbalance, and colour contrast rather than illustration.
About the Artist
Josh Hy
Josh Hy is an artist on Mondoir Studio. Artistic discipline: mixed-media, drawing, painting. Based in Toronto, CA.
Nationality: Canadian
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