For 30 years, Vik Muniz has tackled almost every material imaginable, transforming chocolate syrup into an image of Jackson Pollock, loose diamonds into movie star headshots, and torn magazine scraps into Van Gogh paintings.
Legal Tender features photos created from currency fragments, including Harriet Tubman made from old $20 bills, challenging representation and highlighting social issues.
Muniz's work showcases a rebellious and actionable spirit, questioning traditional symbols and sparking imagination through the transformation of everyday materials.
Every work by Muniz contains deceptive details, enhancing their magic and showcasing his mastery in blending material and image relationships.
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