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A contemporary giclée on canvas with hand-applied “diamond dust” embellishments titled "Ocean in the Desert" by Marcus Glenn. Hand signed …
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A contemporary giclée on canvas with hand-applied “diamond dust” embellishments titled "Ocean in the Desert" by Marcus Glenn. Hand signed by the artist lower right, with the signature of Dionne Warwick lower left. "From The Last Album - Duets" series; limited edition of 385. The composition depicts a portrait of Dionne Warwick with stylized facial features and multicolored hair, set against a layered background of patterned paper and abstract marks. Text appears throughout the surface, including “One,” “Dionne Warwick,” “Love,” “Icon,” and additional handwritten phrases. A large heart motif and multiple smaller hearts are integrated into the composition. The lower portion includes a globe image with the word “Love” applied across it in raised material. Additional elements include butterflies, Dionne Warwick's pet dog, and decorative symbols. The surface incorporates dimensional components and varied materials consistent with a mixed media construction. An opportunity to acquire a collaborative work associated with Marcus Glenn and Dionne Warwick.
Acquired directly from the artist. Dimensions: 34"h x 34"w x 1.5"d (stretched, unframed). In very good condition.
Marcus Glenn (b. 1968, Detroit, Michigan) is an acclaimed contemporary American artist known for his innovative “Flat Life” technique and a career marked by major institutional and cultural recognition. A graduate of the College for Creative Studies, his work reflects influences from Pablo Picasso, Romare Bearden, and Jacob Lawrence. A significant accolade in Glenn’s career was his selection by The Recording Academy to create the official artwork for the 56th Annual Grammy Awards. His mixed-media work, “One Nite Outta This World,” was featured across national GRAMMY materials, including the program cover, tickets, and promotional campaign—placing his work on one of the most visible stages in the arts. Further underscoring his institutional recognition, Glenn’s work is held in the permanent collections of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and the Detroit Historical Society. He has also achieved national visibility through his role as Visual Art Coordinator for Dionne Warwick’s final album, DWuets, with related appearances on major television programs. Widely collected both in the United States and internationally, Marcus Glenn continues to be recognized for his dynamic, music-inspired compositions and his significant contributions to contemporary American art.
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- Dimensions
- 34ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 34ʺH
- Styles
- Modern
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Art Subjects
- Abstract
- Period
- Early 21st Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Giclée
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Yellow
- Condition Notes
- “In good condition.” “In good condition.” less
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