Man On A Bridge (2012)
Man On A Bridge (2012)
Signed Print
Bob Dylan
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70 x 56cm, Edition of 295, Giclée print
Medium: Giclée print
Edition size: 295
Year: 2012
Size: H 70cm x W 56cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
Last Auction: February 2024
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Meaning & Analysis
Created in 2012, Bob Dylan's Man On A Bridge captures the introspective mood of a solitary figure against an urban backdrop. This print forms part of the Drawn Blank series, stemming from original sketches made during Dylan's extensive touring across America, Europe, and Asia between 1989 and 1992.
Man On A Bridge features a composition that Dylan revisited throughout his Drawn Blank series. This particular iteration uses a vivid, moody palette to evoke nostalgia and introspection, depicting a solitary figure that embodies Dylan's exploration of anonymous characters and chance encounters made during his travels. The original composition, taken from a sketched observation from Dylan’s touring years, was digitally enlarged and painted onto deckle-edged paper using watercolours and gouache.
The resulting Expressionist style has been compared to German painters Max Beckmann and Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, reflecting Dylan's manipulation of perspective and colour that veers towards the surreal. Dylan's brushwork and colour choices imbue the scene with emotional depth, reminiscent of Pop Art yet layered with intellectual undertones and emotional significance - the central figure seems to be sheltered from the deep red, menacing sky by his thick coat and hat. He seems to be both everywhere and nowhere. His story is both as universal and ambiguous as Dylan’s lyrical narratives. The work was part of the first major exhibition of Dylan's art in 2007, marking his transition from private artist to public recognition as his music and art converged.
American icon, Bob Dylan, has successfully established himself as a visual artist alongside his highly decorated musical career. Having formed a distinctive visual style, Dylan's art often mirrors the poetic and introspective nature of his music, reflecting his profound observations and reflections on the human experience. Drawing on every day experiences and objects, the artist's works are characterised by bold lines and washes of vibrant colour. Dylan's visual art has been featured in exhibitions around the world, allowing audiences to experience another facet of his creative genius and demonstrating the depth of his artistic versatility and creative expression.
