Derrick Adams Silver Lining For Sale
Derrick Adams
Silver Lining, 2022
Silkscreen, relief, and collage Hand signed in pencil
31 1/4 x 24 1/2 in ; 79.4 x 62.2 cm
Edition
Edition of 100
About this work
Derrick Adams' "Silver Lining" (2022), from his acclaimed Prints series, masterfully combines silkscreen, relief, and collage to create a vibrant, multi-dimensional work. This piece exemplifies Adams' celebration of Black joy and leisure, rendered with bold graphics and rich textures. The title evokes a hopeful narrative, expressed through a dynamic interplay of color and form. Hand signed in pencil.
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Auction History

Silver Lining · Derrick Adams · Sotheby's · 2024-04 · $1,778

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About the Prints Series
The Style Variation series represents a pivotal moment in Derrick Adams' artistic practice, showcasing his distinctive exploration of contemporary leisure, identity, and social commentary. This compelling collection features works including Parlay 3, How I Spent My Summer, and the ambitious nine-part photographic suite, alongside pieces such as Mirroring Idealism and This Could All Be Yours. Adams employs layered photographic and collage techniques to deconstruct poolside scenes and recreational spaces, revealing nuanced observations about aspiration, belonging, and cultural representation.
The series demonstrates the artist's trademark ability to transform everyday moments into profound meditations on class, race, and desire within American consumer culture. Each work in Style Variation—from the pixie and space buns variations to additional conceptual pieces—reflects Adams' meticulous attention to composition and psychological depth. Highly sought after by serious collectors, works from this series have established themselves as significant markers of contemporary photography and conceptual art practice.
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About Derrick Adams
Derrick Adams has emerged as a formidable presence in the contemporary art market, consistently commanding significant prices at auction and demonstrating robust growth in collector demand. His works are highly sought after by institutions and private collectors alike, driven by his distinctive aesthetic and profound thematic engagement.