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Russell Young Ali Silver For Sale
Russell Young
Ali Silver
Screenprint on linen with diamond dust in Smoketown Ali Silver and Black unique
70 x 54 1/2 in 177.8 x 138.4 cm
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Unique
About this work
This striking screenprint captures Muhammad Ali in a moment of raw athletic power, rendered in luminous silver tones against a dark ground. Young employs his signature technique of hand-embellished screenprinting on linen, incorporating diamond dust to create an extraordinary surface that shifts and sparkles with changing light. The substantial scale amplifies Ali's legendary presence, while the metallic palette elevates the boxer to an almost celestial status, transforming a documentary photograph into something approaching the realm of icon painting. Russell Young's Ali portraits represent some of contemporary art's most sought-after images, merging pop art sensibility with old master craftsmanship. The diamond dust application creates a unique surface on each work, ensuring no two pieces are identical despite sharing the same source imagery. Young's celebration of cultural icons resonates strongly with collectors seeking museum-quality works that bridge street culture and fine art tradition. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.
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Auction History
Mohammed Ali · Russell Young · Heritage Auctions · 2023-07 · $4,500
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About the Muhammad Ali Series
Russell Young's Muhammad Ali series represents a pivotal moment in contemporary pop art, celebrating the legendary boxer's cultural significance and enduring icon status. Young employs his signature silkscreen printing technique to create bold, vibrant compositions that capture Ali's power and charisma across multiple colorway variations.
The series features striking pieces including Ali Cherry Pink, Ali Storm Pink, Ali Silver, and Ali Lavender—each iteration demonstrating Young's masterful use of color and printmaking precision. These works exemplify the artist's ability to elevate portraiture into high art, blending fine art traditions with contemporary visual culture.
Young's Ali compositions have gained considerable recognition within the collector market, appealing to both pop art enthusiasts and sports memorabilia devotees. The silkscreen medium ensures gallery-quality finishes while maintaining the accessibility that defines Young's practice.
Each work in the Muhammad Ali series carries substantial investment potential, particularly as demand for contemporary pop art continues to strengthen. These pieces function as both aesthetic statements and cultural artifacts.
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About Russell Young
Russell Young is a British artist known for his bold screenprinted paintings of cultural icons — Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, Diana, and others — overlaid with dripping enamel and glitter. Working in the tradition of Pop Art, Young investigates celebrity, image, and the gap between icon and reality. His work is represented by Guy Hepner in New York.