Tony Cokes’ BRLLNT, NGRY, HPFL, XTTC is a dynamic and provocative print that pulses with energy, blending graphic design with a powerful social message.
Rendered in hot pink text against a bright yellow background, the work echoes the rebellious spirit of punk aesthetics, reminiscent of the Sex Pistols’ iconic colour schemes. The text itself—abbreviated words like “BRLLNT” (brilliant), “NGRY” (angry), “HPFL” (hopeful), and “XTTC” (ecstasy)—creates a visual tension that challenges conventional language and meaning, pushing viewers to rethink familiar concepts and their societal implications.
This hand-signed print is characteristic of Cokes’ practice, where language, culture, and media intersect to explore themes of identity, politics, and the emotional resonance of contemporary culture. By using stark colour contrasts and bold typographic design, Cokes emphasizes the emotional undercurrents of modern life, creating a work that is both aesthetically striking and intellectually provocative.
As a hand-signed limited edition, this print allows collectors to own a piece of Tony Cokes’ innovative approach to contemporary art and cultural critique.
TIME-LIMITED EDITION SIZE
Edition of 112
DIMENSIONS
Unframed: 210 x 297mm
MEDIUM
Giclée Print on Hahnemühle Photo Rag Pearl
AUTHENTICATION
Individually signed (on the reverse)
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA)
Arrives with a numbered (1-112), stamped and dated Certificate of Authenticity.
RELEASE DATE
1-28 February 2021
WHAT IS A TIME-LIMITED EDITION?
A time-limited edition refers to an edition of prints or artworks available only within a specific time frame. Once the time window has closed, no more copies are produced, adding an element of exclusivity and urgency to the edition.
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