'Gray' by Courtney Jolliff
This original mixed-media painting titled 'Gray' is the work of contemporary artist Courtney Jolliff. The piece features a central portrait of a female figure rendered in a raw, expressionistic style. It is executed over a page from a book or magazine, likely a biography or news article given the visible 'David Webb' and 'Yevgenska' text fragments and a photographic insert. The medium appears to be a combination of acrylic or gouache paint in shades of electric blue, black, and pale grey, with thick, gestural brushstrokes. A notable stylistic feature is the black crown symbol floating above the figure's head, reminiscent of Street Art or Neo-Expressionism. The piece is approximately letter-sized and is currently exhibited in a casual manner, attached to a wall with large pieces of translucent packing tape at the top corners. The paper shows slight buckling and creasing, consistent with the application of wet media on a thin substrate. This work was notably part of Jolliff's debut Detroit show, 'Service,' which reflects on his experiences with homelessness following a 2022 fire. The craftsmanship is intentionally unrefined, prioritizing emotional immediacy and narrative context over classical finish.
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Estimated Value
$400 - $650
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Category
Contemporary Fine Art / Mixed Media Painting
Appraised On
March 3, 2026
Estimated Value
$400 - $650
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Gray done by Courtney Jolliff included in his recent art show Service, his first show in Detroit Michigan. The subjects and inspiration of his show were all the people who were there during his time being homeless due to the house fire suffered in 2022.
Item Description
This original mixed-media painting titled 'Gray' is the work of contemporary artist Courtney Jolliff. The piece features a central portrait of a female figure rendered in a raw, expressionistic style. It is executed over a page from a book or magazine, likely a biography or news article given the visible 'David Webb' and 'Yevgenska' text fragments and a photographic insert. The medium appears to be a combination of acrylic or gouache paint in shades of electric blue, black, and pale grey, with thick, gestural brushstrokes. A notable stylistic feature is the black crown symbol floating above the figure's head, reminiscent of Street Art or Neo-Expressionism. The piece is approximately letter-sized and is currently exhibited in a casual manner, attached to a wall with large pieces of translucent packing tape at the top corners. The paper shows slight buckling and creasing, consistent with the application of wet media on a thin substrate. This work was notably part of Jolliff's debut Detroit show, 'Service,' which reflects on his experiences with homelessness following a 2022 fire. The craftsmanship is intentionally unrefined, prioritizing emotional immediacy and narrative context over classical finish.
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