Unknown artist - United States Dollar Map
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Unknown artist presents United States Dollar Map, a 20 cm by 25 cm original collage and mixed-media artwork in green, black and white that depicts the outline of the United States and is signed, sold with frame, from the United States, dating to 2020+.
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United States Of America Dollar Map is a conceptual artwork constructed entirely from genuine United States one-dollar bills. The piece depicts the geographic outline of the United States, meticulously assembled banknote by banknote to form a unified national silhouette.
The artwork explores the idea that modern America is fundamentally shaped by economic power and financial identity. By physically building the nation’s map from legal tender, the piece presents a direct and symbolic statement: America is, in many ways, constructed from dollars.
The repetition of the one-dollar bill - a universal symbol of commerce, capitalism, and global influence - reinforces themes of wealth, ambition, consumer culture, and economic foundation. The green tones of the currency create both visual cohesion and a powerful conceptual narrative.
This work sits at the intersection of political commentary and contemporary material art, inviting viewers to reflect on the relationship between national identity and monetary value.
United States Of America Dollar Map is a conceptual artwork constructed entirely from genuine United States one-dollar bills. The piece depicts the geographic outline of the United States, meticulously assembled banknote by banknote to form a unified national silhouette.
The artwork explores the idea that modern America is fundamentally shaped by economic power and financial identity. By physically building the nation’s map from legal tender, the piece presents a direct and symbolic statement: America is, in many ways, constructed from dollars.
The repetition of the one-dollar bill - a universal symbol of commerce, capitalism, and global influence - reinforces themes of wealth, ambition, consumer culture, and economic foundation. The green tones of the currency create both visual cohesion and a powerful conceptual narrative.
This work sits at the intersection of political commentary and contemporary material art, inviting viewers to reflect on the relationship between national identity and monetary value.
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Artist
Unknown artist
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
United States Dollar Map
Technique
Collage, Mixed media
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
United States
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Black, Green, White
Height
20 cm
Width
25 cm
Depiction/theme
Famous landmarks
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
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