Jupiter
About the series: In Angel Heads, spliced canvases comprised of repurposed materials evidence techniques employed in Spiller + Cameron’s previous series Genesis, Gen I, and Bags. Observing this unintentional imagery in the abstract panels like Rorschach inkblots, the artists endeavored to incorporate faces, portraits, and important cultural images in their works - the artists base the titles of these works on gods and deities across cultures, seeing the abstracted faces as "guardians" over that which they purvey. As with previous series, paper bags, canvas tote bags, and swatches of paint-smeared rags is at play.
About the work: Military commanders would often pay homage to Jupiter, a god whose name was synonymous with protection, alliances and treaties. Similar to Zeus's role among Grecians, Jupiter was the preeminent deity of Rome.
Year: 2023
Medium: Mixed media
Hand signed, dated, and titled on verso
Size: 75 x 56 in (190 x 143 cm)
Provenance: From the artist’s studio to Long-Sharp Gallery