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William N. Copley — That's My Dad
William N. Copley

That's My Dad

William N. Copley's *That's My Dad* is a characteristically playful acrylic on canvas that reflects the artist's signature cartoon-like style and irreverent wit. Bold, flat forms and a limited color palette bring to life a whimsical, tongue-in-cheek portrayal that blurs the line between fine art and comic imagery. Copley's work consistently challenges traditional notions of painting, and this piece is no exception in its cheerful subversion of sentiment and form.

Medium
acrylic on canvas

🔨 Auction Lot

Under the Influence

March 8, 2013

Estimate: $25,000$35,000

Sold: $92,500

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William N. Copley, That's My Dad

William N. Copley's *That's My Dad* is a characteristically playful acrylic on canvas that reflects the artist's signature cartoon-like style and irreverent wit. Bold, flat forms and a limited color palette bring to life a whimsical, tongue-in-cheek portrayal that blurs the line between fine art and comic imagery. Copley's work consistently challenges traditional notions of painting, and this piece is no exception in its cheerful subversion of sentiment and form.

Medium
acrylic on canvas
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Surrealism, Figurative Painting, 20th Century, Acrylic On Canvas, Bold Colors, Male Artist, American Artist, Humorous Tone, Pop Art, Outsider Aesthetic

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