Eye Over the CityPurvis Young · 1991

  • Painting mediumAcrylic On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementContemporary Urban Expression
  • Creation date1991
  • MuseumBoca Raton Museum of Art

Purvis Young (1943 – 2010)

Discover Purvis Young (1943-2010), a self-taught Miami artist celebrated for his vibrant collage & paintings depicting the African American experience and urban life in Overtown. His work is found in major museums worldwide.

Boca Raton Museum of Art (Boca Raton, United States of America)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Eye Over the City
  • Artist: Purvis Young
  • Year: 1991
  • Format: Tall
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Boca Raton Museum of Art
  • Movement: Contemporary Urban Expression
  • Medium type: WallArt
  • Main color: Espresso
  • Keywords: purvis young artwork, miami art, community portraiture

Quick Facts

  • Location: Private Collection
  • Subject or theme: Urban Life
  • Artistic style: Naive Art
  • Movement: Contemporary Art
  • Influences: African American Culture

Questions & Answers

What size and orientation are recommended for a print of "Eye Over the City" by Purvis Young?

For "Eye Over the City", the recommended print setup is a large size and a tall orientation.

What aliases or alternate names does Purvis Young have?

Other names recorded for Purvis Young, creator of "Eye Over the City", include Purvis.

Which period of Purvis Young's career does "Eye Over the City" belong to?

"Eye Over the City" represents the Mature Artistic Expression of Purvis Young.

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