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Faith Ringgold — You Put the Devil in Me
Faith Ringgold — You Put the Devil in Me
Faith Ringgold — You Put the Devil in Me
Faith Ringgold

You Put the Devil in Me

2004

This screenprint in colors by Faith Ringgold from 2004 presents a provocative exploration of blame and moral responsibility. The work uses bold graphic techniques to convey a deeply personal narrative with universal resonance. Ringgold's characteristic use of text and vibrant colors creates an emotionally charged visual statement. The piece challenges viewers to examine their own complicity and agency in moral situations. Through this work, the artist interrogates power dynamics and accountability within human relationships.

Medium
screenprint in colors
Dimensions

Notes

Signed, titled, dated and numbered to lower edge ‘45/100 You put the Devil in Me Faith Ringgold 7/28/04’. This work is number 45 from the edition of 100. Provenance: Private Collection | Ashcroft and Moore LLC, Hatboro, PA, The Fall 2021 Fine Art Collection, 28 October 2021, Lot 166 | Acquired from the previous by the present owner

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April 16, 2026

Estimate: $2,000$3,000

Lot 282

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Faith Ringgold, You Put the Devil in Me, 2004

This screenprint in colors by Faith Ringgold from 2004 presents a provocative exploration of blame and moral responsibility. The work uses bold graphic techniques to convey a deeply personal narrative with universal resonance. Ringgold's characteristic use of text and vibrant colors creates an emotionally charged visual statement. The piece challenges viewers to examine their own complicity and agency in moral situations. Through this work, the artist interrogates power dynamics and accountability within human relationships.

Medium
screenprint in colors
Dimensions
61 x 45.7 cm
Year
2004
Seen at
Wright, Chicago, United States

Related themes

Dynamic Composition, Symbolic Language, Text-Based, African American Art, Graphic Print, Screenprint, Social Commentary, Abstract Expressionism, Screenprint Colors, Graphic Expressionism, Color Field, Figurative Art, Identity Politics, Moral Inquiry, Temptation Theme, Contemporary Art, Moral Conflict, Spiritual Struggle, Bold Imagery, Personal Narrative

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Art Institute of Chicago