Youthone (1974) - Urban Breakdown XL
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Original mixed media on canvas by Youthone (born 1974), titled Urban Breakdown XL, 90 × 104 cm, signed on the front and back with a certificate of authenticity, unframed and shipped in a tube via DHL Express from Portugal.
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Contemporary Urban Art - Urban Breakdown XL
In this work, Youthone captures a moment of raw emotional intensity through a powerful and expressive female portrait, where color, gesture, and form collide in a vibrant urban composition.
The figure emerges from a dynamic abstract background, marked by bold strokes, layered textures, and spontaneous interventions. The open expression conveys tension, release, and vulnerability, creating an immediate emotional connection with the viewer.
The composition is enriched by strong contrasts and energetic color interactions, while spray elements, visible textures, and shimmering effects enhance movement and depth across the surface. The result is a visually striking piece that balances chaos and control within a contemporary urban aesthetic.
While rooted in his distinctive artistic language, Youthone embraces experimentation by exploring contemporary visual trends, allowing this work to expand his expressive boundaries while maintaining a strong emotional presence.
Details:
• Original mixed media on canvas: acrylic paint, spray, artistic markers, textures, and shimmering effects
• Dimensions: 90 × 104 cm
• Weight: 356 g
• Original artwork, signed front and back
• Certificate of authenticity included
• Fully hand-painted in the artist’s studio
• Unframed
• Shipped in a rectangular tube via DHL Express
Shipped via DHL Express – GOGREEN (Customers are assured that their artwork will be transported using a more ecological and sustainable method, particularly in terms of air transport fuels).
- Unique art, hand-painted and without reproductions. Never used – Excellent condition.
- The artwork does not include a frame.
- Signed artwork with details on the reverse side, accompanied by the artist's certificate of authenticity.
- The art is painted up to the edges, as shown in the image.
- In some works, the artist leaves a subtle pencil or ink marking visible, presenting to the client their idea for the best framing of the piece within a frame or support.
- The work of art will be sent in a resistant cardboard tube, protected inside and sealed.
- The artist meticulously conveys the techniques and textures he has been developing since 1988. - A 36-year experience devoted to the art of graffiti.
- All artworks are varnished (using a more eco-friendly water-based varnish) with the intention of protecting the painting and ensuring greater longevity.
Seller's Story
YOUTHONE is the artistic pseudonym of Portuguese visual artist Adalberto Brito, active in the urban art scene since 1988. He began his practice during the early phase of the development of graffiti culture in Portugal, a formative period that deeply influenced his artistic trajectory and the construction of his visual language.
With more than three decades of continuous activity, YOUTHONE has developed a body of work that crosses the energy of street art with contemporary painting practices. His original works, executed entirely by hand, combine painting and mixed media, exploring different visual languages with a strong presence of the human figure, graphic elements and references to urban aesthetics.
His work oscillates between figurative compositions and more abstract and experimental approaches, reflecting the influence of street culture, the observation of urban daily life, and the constant search for new visual possibilities.
Through the YOUTHONE project, the artist has built an aesthetic identity marked by expressiveness, chromatic intensity, and a dynamic visual approach, positioning his work between contemporary urban art and studio painting.
Translated by Google TranslateContemporary Urban Art - Urban Breakdown XL
In this work, Youthone captures a moment of raw emotional intensity through a powerful and expressive female portrait, where color, gesture, and form collide in a vibrant urban composition.
The figure emerges from a dynamic abstract background, marked by bold strokes, layered textures, and spontaneous interventions. The open expression conveys tension, release, and vulnerability, creating an immediate emotional connection with the viewer.
The composition is enriched by strong contrasts and energetic color interactions, while spray elements, visible textures, and shimmering effects enhance movement and depth across the surface. The result is a visually striking piece that balances chaos and control within a contemporary urban aesthetic.
While rooted in his distinctive artistic language, Youthone embraces experimentation by exploring contemporary visual trends, allowing this work to expand his expressive boundaries while maintaining a strong emotional presence.
Details:
• Original mixed media on canvas: acrylic paint, spray, artistic markers, textures, and shimmering effects
• Dimensions: 90 × 104 cm
• Weight: 356 g
• Original artwork, signed front and back
• Certificate of authenticity included
• Fully hand-painted in the artist’s studio
• Unframed
• Shipped in a rectangular tube via DHL Express
Shipped via DHL Express – GOGREEN (Customers are assured that their artwork will be transported using a more ecological and sustainable method, particularly in terms of air transport fuels).
- Unique art, hand-painted and without reproductions. Never used – Excellent condition.
- The artwork does not include a frame.
- Signed artwork with details on the reverse side, accompanied by the artist's certificate of authenticity.
- The art is painted up to the edges, as shown in the image.
- In some works, the artist leaves a subtle pencil or ink marking visible, presenting to the client their idea for the best framing of the piece within a frame or support.
- The work of art will be sent in a resistant cardboard tube, protected inside and sealed.
- The artist meticulously conveys the techniques and textures he has been developing since 1988. - A 36-year experience devoted to the art of graffiti.
- All artworks are varnished (using a more eco-friendly water-based varnish) with the intention of protecting the painting and ensuring greater longevity.
Seller's Story
YOUTHONE is the artistic pseudonym of Portuguese visual artist Adalberto Brito, active in the urban art scene since 1988. He began his practice during the early phase of the development of graffiti culture in Portugal, a formative period that deeply influenced his artistic trajectory and the construction of his visual language.
With more than three decades of continuous activity, YOUTHONE has developed a body of work that crosses the energy of street art with contemporary painting practices. His original works, executed entirely by hand, combine painting and mixed media, exploring different visual languages with a strong presence of the human figure, graphic elements and references to urban aesthetics.
His work oscillates between figurative compositions and more abstract and experimental approaches, reflecting the influence of street culture, the observation of urban daily life, and the constant search for new visual possibilities.
Through the YOUTHONE project, the artist has built an aesthetic identity marked by expressiveness, chromatic intensity, and a dynamic visual approach, positioning his work between contemporary urban art and studio painting.
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Artist
Youthone (1974)
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Urban Breakdown XL
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Portugal
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
104 cm
Width
90 cm
Weight
356 g
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
