Signed and dated lower right; Signed, dated, and inscribed on the reverse: May this piece spark joy in every space it inhabits. / BSP '23

Brittney S. Price (20th Century) Choose Joy, 2023 Acrylic on canvas 30 inches (76.2 cm) (diameter) Signed and dated lower right; Signed, dated, and inscribed on the reverse: May this piece spark joy in every space it inhabits. / BSP '23 A note from the artist: A black hand reaches for joy-symbolized fruit under the ancient Ghanaian Sankofa, symbolizing the necessity of understanding the past for future progress. This imagery speaks to the resilience of the Black community against historical injustices, drawing on the strength found in their cultural heritage, including the use of Negro spirituals as acts of resistance during slavery. The message emphasizes the power of choosing joy as a form of defiance against oppression. This work is included in Art For Good, a dedicated session within the auction where a portion of the proceeds from each sale supports a worthy charity. Ten percent (10%) of the net proceeds from this piece will go to Keep Your Change. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

Some scuffing to underside of bottom edge, does not appear to impact image. Unframed.