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Glenn Ligon — Double America 2
Glenn Ligon

Double America 2

2014

Double America 2 is a powerful neon light sculpture by Glenn Ligon that presents the word "AMERICA" in illuminated letters above its inverted mirror reflection. The work explores themes of duality, identity, and the American experience through Ligon's characteristic use of text and light. Part of his acclaimed series examining language and meaning, this piece is represented by major galleries including Hauser and Wirth, Regen Projects, Thomas Dane Gallery, and Chantal Crousel.

Medium
Neon and paint

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Glenn Ligon, Double America 2, 2014

Double America 2 is a powerful neon light sculpture by Glenn Ligon that presents the word "AMERICA" in illuminated letters above its inverted mirror reflection. The work explores themes of duality, identity, and the American experience through Ligon's characteristic use of text and light. Part of his acclaimed series examining language and meaning, this piece is represented by major galleries including Hauser and Wirth, Regen Projects, Thomas Dane Gallery, and Chantal Crousel.

Medium
Neon and paint
Year
2014

Related themes

Neon Art, Bold, Political, Conceptual, Installation, American, Text-Based, Mixed Media, Light, Contemporary

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