Artwork
25 luxury homes
25 luxury homes is a drawing by Sally Artz. It dates from 2015 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
A drawing depicts a family of three—a man, woman, and child—standing before a construction site labeled '25 luxury homes' with a £1,000,000 price tag. The scene conveys a sense of subdued interaction, with the adults holding hands and gazing downward.
Subject & Meaning
The artwork juxtaposes a family unit with a costly development, potentially commenting on unaffordable housing or the disparity between domestic aspirations and economic reality. The circled phrase 'Seek Ye Shall Find' at the bottom may suggest optimism or guidance amidst this contrast.
Technique & Style
Executed in simple lines with minimal detail, the drawing appears to be a preliminary sketch. Crossed-out elements and handwritten notes indicate a brainstorming or drafting process, prioritizing conceptual exploration over polished execution.
Context
The work's focus on luxury housing and affordability issues situates it within societal concerns of economic inequality and access to housing, though the exact date and artist's broader context are not specified here.
Legacy
Insufficient information is provided to assess the artwork's impact or recognition within the artist's oeuvre or broader artistic discourse.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sally Artz drew houses the way kids doodle cats—quick, confident lines, no erasers.
