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David Hammons — Hair Relaxer
David Hammons

Hair Relaxer

2007

A work by David Hammons exploring themes of identity and cultural commentary through the medium of hair relaxer products. The piece engages with African American aesthetics and social critique.

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Contemporary Day Auction

November 19, 2021

Estimate: $600,000 – $800,000

Lot 436

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