In The Cost of Freedom, the artist presents a stark commentary on the intersection of patriotism and capitalism. The skull, draped in the vibrant colors of the American flag, is juxtaposed with the image of a hundred-dollar bill, symbolizing the high price often paid for the ideals of freedom.
The piece challenges the viewer to reflect on the values that define a nation, using the visceral imagery of life, death, and wealth to provoke a deeper understanding of the American experience.
In The Cost of Freedom, the artist presents a stark commentary on the intersection of patriotism and capitalism. The skull, draped in the vibrant colors of the American flag, is juxtaposed with the image of a hundred-dollar bill, symbolizing the high price often paid for the ideals of freedom.
The piece challenges the viewer to reflect on the values that define a nation, using the visceral imagery of life, death, and wealth to provoke a deeper understanding of the American experience.