"#10 & #11" by Eric Koenig | Gemini said Industrial Mixed Media Wall Art
The Industrial Mixed Media Wall Art set, specifically numbered "#10" and "#11," is a provocative duo of original works by artist Eric Koenig, featured at Xquisit Design & Gallery in Las Vegas, Nevada. This Industrial Mixed Media Wall Art set consists of two 11 in x 14 in panels that transform the raw tools of street culture into high-end gallery sculpture. As a standout pair within Koenig’s four-piece collection, these works utilize acrylic-splattered spray cans mounted on deep black substrates, finished with hand-stamped copper nameplates that challenge the viewer's perception of "vandalism" versus fine art.
Artistic Vision & Composition
A Dialogue of Vandalism and Validation
In "#10" and "#11," Eric Koenig investigates the reclamation of the tools of the street. The vision behind this series was to take the primary instrument of graffiti—the spray can—and "entomb" it as a sacred object. By mounting these used cans and labeling them with the copper-stamped manifesto "ART IS NOT A CRIME," Koenig forces a conversation about the legality of expression and the physical artifacts of the creative process.
Textural Contrast and Relief
The composition of each 11 in x 14 in panel is minimalist yet high-impact. Piece #10 features a vibrant red can with white gestural "splatter" lines, while Piece #11 showcases a crisp white can with black chaotic linework. These cans are mounted centrally on a matte black canvas, creating a 3D relief effect. The addition of the hand-stamped copper nameplates, secured with industrial rivets, adds a rustic, archival quality that contrasts with the fluid, "uncontrolled" paint drips on the cans themselves.
Product Specifications
Title: #10 & #11 (Set of 2)
Artist: Eric Koenig
Gallery: Xquisit Design & Gallery (Las Vegas, NV)
Medium: Acrylic on Mounted Spray Cans, Canvas, and Stamped Copper
Dimensions: 11 in (W) x 14 in (H) per panel
Orientation: Vertical / Portrait Relief
Collection: Part of a 4-piece featured artist series
Authenticity: Hand-stamped and numbered on copper plates
Key Features for Collectors
Modern Urban Sculptural Relief
Unlike traditional flat canvases, this Industrial Mixed Media Wall Art set offers a significant 3D presence. The depth of the spray cans creates dynamic shadows against the black background, making these pieces particularly effective under professional gallery or track lighting. They serve as an ideal focal point for modern urban lofts or high-end industrial-style offices.
Investment in Contemporary Street-Style Art
Eric Koenig represents the bold, rebellious spirit of the Las Vegas arts district. This numbered set is a physical piece of street-art history reimagined for a luxury gallery setting. The use of copper, canvas, and metal ensures these pieces are durable, archival-quality investments for those following the evolution of Nevada's contemporary art scene.
