Bernie Taupin's Rare Patriotic Monoprint | RISE, 2012
Most people know Bernie Taupin as the lyrical genius behind Elton John’s greatest hits, but his brilliant storytelling doesn't stop at on the music sheet. In RISE, Taupin swaps his pen for a paintbrush, delivering a powerful visual anthem that honors his adoptive home. This striking monoprint starts with a giclée base on canvas, which Taupin then hand-embellishes and adds fabric elements of collage to ensure that no two pieces in the series are exactly alike. It’s a raw, tactile fusion of music history and fine art.
At the heart of the composition is the American flag, a recurring muse in Taupin’s visual portfolio. Over a dynamic collage of patriotic hues and energetic, abstract expressionist splatters, the word "RISE" is boldly stenciled across the top corner. The result is an edgy, textured, and deeply optimistic masterpiece that perfectly captures the grit and spirit of America and rock 'n' roll history.
Artwork Details
- Artist: Bernie Taupin
- Title: RISE
- Medium: Mixed Media Monoprint/ Collage
- Edition: 1 of 1
- Signature: Hand Signed & Dedicated on Verso
- Image Size: 40" x 30"
- Paper Type: Canvas
- Publisher: Bernie Taupin, 2012
- Reference: BT 1202
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Framing included, issued by the artist as pictured