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Andrew Schoultz — Gold Dripping Flag (made in China)
Andrew Schoultz

Gold Dripping Flag (made in China)

2012

Andrew Schoultz's "Gold Dripping Flag (made in China)" combines acrylic paint and gold leaf applied over a stretched American flag mounted on panel, creating a striking juxtaposition between the symbol of national identity and precious materials. The work's title references the manufacturing origin of its materials, introducing a layer of irony about globalization and consumer culture that complicates the flag's traditional patriotic associations. By transforming the flag with dripping gold, Schoultz explores themes of value, decay, and the commodification of American symbols in contemporary society.

Medium
Acrylic and gold leaf on stretched American flag over panel

🔨 Auction Lot

Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego Benefit Auction | Presented by ICA San Diego, Hosted by Sotheby’s

October 28, 2024

Estimate: $8,000$10,000

Lot 1

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Andrew Schoultz, Gold Dripping Flag (made in China), 2012

Andrew Schoultz's "Gold Dripping Flag (made in China)" combines acrylic paint and gold leaf applied over a stretched American flag mounted on panel, creating a striking juxtaposition between the symbol of national identity and precious materials. The work's title references the manufacturing origin of its materials, introducing a layer of irony about globalization and consumer culture that complicates the flag's traditional patriotic associations. By transforming the flag with dripping gold, Schoultz explores themes of value, decay, and the commodification of American symbols in contemporary society.

Medium
Acrylic and gold leaf on stretched American flag over panel
Year
2012
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Large-scale mural, Street Art, Patriotic Symbolism, Mixed Media, American Artist, Political Commentary, Gold leaf, 21st Century, Contemporary Art, Ironic aesthetic