
Black Nipples and Puss
1991
"Black Nipples and Puss" is an acrylic painting by John Wesley that exemplifies his provocative approach to figuration and his engagement with taboo subject matter. Wesley, known for his bold and often sexually explicit imagery, uses the medium of acrylic on canvas to create work that challenges conventional representations of the body and sexuality in art. The title and content reflect his deliberate strategy of using shock and irreverent humor to provoke viewer response and expand the boundaries of acceptable artistic expression.
- Medium
- acrylic on canvas
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Contemporary Discoveries
February 18, 2025
Estimate: $35,000 – $45,000
Lot 505
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