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Ed Ruscha Mr Ray For Sale
Ed Ruscha
Mr Ray, 1975
Offset lithograph in colors Signed and numbered
14 x 20 inches 35 x 51.2 cm
Edition
Edition of 100
About this work
In Mr Ray, Ed Ruscha combines his fascination with language and color to create a work that is at once enigmatic and personal. The piece’s straightforward title, rendered in Ruscha’s clean, bold typography, suggests a character or persona - inviting viewers to imagine the story behind the name. With his characteristic blend of irony and simplicity, Ruscha transforms a seemingly ordinary reference into a quietly compelling exploration of identity, narrative, and the power of names to evoke presence and mystery within the American cultural landscape.
Price on Application
Auction History
Mr. Ray (E. 86) · Ed Ruscha · Phillips · 2025-02 · $12,700
Mr. Ray (E. 86) · Ed Ruscha · Christie's · 2009-10 · $6,000
Mr. Ray (Engberg 86) · Ed Ruscha · Christie's · 2011-12 · $5,460
Mr. Ray · Ed Ruscha · Christie's · 2025-12 · $5,156
Mr. Ray · Ed Ruscha · Bonhams · 2024-10 · $4,096
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