Wings Over Bowie
by Alec Monopoly
Year: 2017
Medium: Silver Gelatin Print with Aerosol and Acrylic Paint
Size: 48 × 40 in (121.9 × 101.6 cm)
Uniting musical heritage with contemporary street expression, Alec Monopoly’s Wings Over Bowie (2017) is a silver gelatin print enhanced with aerosol and acrylic paint, measuring 48 × 40 inches (121.9 × 101.6 cm). The work pays tribute to a cultural icon while showcasing the artist’s layered mixed-media approach, blending portraiture, symbolism, and urban aesthetics. Its distinctive execution, expressive composition, and strong collector appeal secure its place within contemporary pop-art collections.
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Wings Over Bowie is Alec Monopoly’s artistic tribute to David Bowie, celebrating the legendary musician’s creativity, transformation, and lasting influence on global culture. Created during Alec Monopoly’s mature studio period, the work combines his signature street-inspired aesthetic with imagery that reflects Bowie’s fearless approach to identity and performance. Rather than originating as a street graffiti mural, Wings Over Bowie was developed as a studio artwork, allowing Alec Monopoly to create detailed layering, mixed media textures, and expressive visual contrasts.
The wings serve as a powerful symbol of freedom, imagination, and artistic elevation, representing Bowie’s ability to transcend traditional boundaries and continually reinvent himself. Alec Monopoly’s graffiti-inspired marks add a contemporary edge, creating a dialogue between the rebellious spirit of rock history and the energy of modern street art. The work explores themes of individuality, legacy, creativity, and the enduring power of cultural icons.
Collectors value Wings Over Bowie for its connection to one of music’s most influential figures and Alec Monopoly’s acclaimed Icons series. Its limited availability, recognizable subject, and crossover appeal between music history and contemporary art contribute to strong market demand.
At ArtLife Gallery, we view Wings Over Bowie as a meaningful continuation of Alec Monopoly’s portrait practice. Alongside Blonde Bowie, Mick Jagger, and Icons: Jimi Hendrix, it highlights the artist’s ability to transform legendary personalities into vibrant, collectible contemporary artworks with lasting cultural relevance.
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Wings Over Bowie
by Alec Monopoly
Year: 2017
Medium: Silver Gelatin Print with Aerosol and Acrylic Paint
Size: 48 × 40 in (121.9 × 101.6 cm)
Uniting musical heritage with contemporary street expression, Alec Monopoly’s Wings Over Bowie (2017) is a silver gelatin print enhanced with aerosol and acrylic paint, measuring 48 × 40 inches (121.9 × 101.6 cm). The work pays tribute to a cultural icon while showcasing the artist’s layered mixed-media approach, blending portraiture, symbolism, and urban aesthetics. Its distinctive execution, expressive composition, and strong collector appeal secure its place within contemporary pop-art collections.
Wings Over Bowie is Alec Monopoly’s artistic tribute to David Bowie, celebrating the legendary musician’s creativity, transformation, and lasting influence on global culture. Created during Alec Monopoly’s mature studio period, the work combines his signature street-inspired aesthetic with imagery that reflects Bowie’s fearless approach to identity and performance. Rather than originating as a street graffiti mural, Wings Over Bowie was developed as a studio artwork, allowing Alec Monopoly to create detailed layering, mixed media textures, and expressive visual contrasts.
The wings serve as a powerful symbol of freedom, imagination, and artistic elevation, representing Bowie’s ability to transcend traditional boundaries and continually reinvent himself. Alec Monopoly’s graffiti-inspired marks add a contemporary edge, creating a dialogue between the rebellious spirit of rock history and the energy of modern street art. The work explores themes of individuality, legacy, creativity, and the enduring power of cultural icons.
Collectors value Wings Over Bowie for its connection to one of music’s most influential figures and Alec Monopoly’s acclaimed Icons series. Its limited availability, recognizable subject, and crossover appeal between music history and contemporary art contribute to strong market demand.
At ArtLife Gallery, we view Wings Over Bowie as a meaningful continuation of Alec Monopoly’s portrait practice. Alongside Blonde Bowie, Mick Jagger, and Icons: Jimi Hendrix, it highlights the artist’s ability to transform legendary personalities into vibrant, collectible contemporary artworks with lasting cultural relevance.