Mark Kostabi Limited Edition Signed Mezzotint Trial Proof Ed. 30:"Oedipus or Mother Knows Best"
Oedipus or Mother Knows Best
What does "Signed mezzotint trial proof ed. 30" mean?
Signed: The artist, Mark Kostabi, has personally signed the print.
Mezzotint: A printmaking technique known for its rich tones and smooth gradations, where the image is created on a metal plate and then pressed onto paper.
Trial proof: An early print made to test how the image looks before the final edition is produced. These are often rarer and may have slight differences from the final edition.
ed. 30: This edition consists of 30 prints. Only 30 trial proofs like this one were made and signed by the artist.
In summary: This is one of 30 early, signed test prints made using the mezzotint technique, before the final edition was completed.
Artist Bio
Mark Kostabi is an American artist and composer known for his bold and thoughtprovoking works. Rising to prominence in the New York art scene of the 1980s, Kostabi creates art that explores themes of identity, society, and human experience. His faceless figures and surreal settings have become iconic in contemporary art.
Art Description
Oedipus or Mother Knows Best is a signed mezzotint trial proof that reflects Kostabis interest in psychological themes and classical references. The artwork features his signature faceless forms in a minimalist yet emotionally charged composition, inviting viewers to consider complex family dynamics and the search for selfunderstanding.
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Availability
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