“Old Money in Paris” – Original Mixed-Media Collage by Cheryl Fudge | Contemporary Protest Art, Paris Street Scene

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Playful yet profound, Cheryl Fudge’s “Old Money in Paris” turns a charming Paris street scene into a witty reflection on … Read more Playful yet profound, Cheryl Fudge’s “Old Money in Paris” turns a charming Paris street scene into a witty reflection on wealth, identity, and how alike we truly are.
“Old Money in Paris” by Cheryl Fudge is an original mixed-media protest collage that uses humor and elegance to explore what connects us—no matter where we come from.

At first glance, it’s a nostalgic Parisian street scene, all charm and motion. But look closer: each passerby’s face has been replaced with a world coin. They stroll past one another, unaware that beneath the surface, their identities—and their humanity—are more similar than different. It’s quietly funny, a little satirical, and deeply human.

Fudge transforms a timeless European moment into a meditation on modern identity, economic division, and the illusion of difference. The hand-painted matting and decoupaged vintage paper money frame the piece in irony, while the silver-toned vintage frame adds polish and continuity—echoing how history repeats itself with a new kind of shine.

Part of a new series exploring art as social commentary, this work invites viewers to pause, smile, and consider the truth beneath the surface: that in a global crowd, we’re all just people passing by.

Key Details:
   •   Original mixed-media collage by Cheryl Fudge
   •   Vintage coins and world currencies layered within composition
   •   Hand-painted mat with decoupaged vintage paper money
   •   Vintage silver-toned frame included
   •   Excellent overall condition
   •   Signed by the artist

An unforgettable work of political pop, cultural humor, and heartfelt commentary, blending sophistication with wit in true Cheryl Fudge style. See less