{"title":"CRASH","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"crash-18","title":"Crash (18)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAPC ART is pleased to offer our global collector base this powerful and iconic archival pigment print by legendary graffiti pioneer, John “CRASH” Matos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“Crash ’18” measures approximately 22 x 17 inches, and is from a limited edition of 50. The work is hand signed, numbered, and dated by CRASH in graphite pencil. This piece has never been framed and has been stored flat in a smoke-free, pet-free environment — perfect condition for a collector or framer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis print is a standout example of CRASH’s vibrant, energetic aesthetic. Drawing from his background in subway graffiti and street art, CRASH blends bold primary colors, graphic typography, and urban iconography with a controlled compositional balance. In “Crash ’18”, the letters and forms interlock and leap off the page — energetic, playful, and immediate. The work fuses the raw intensity of street tagging with the polish of fine art printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCRASH is one of the foundational figures in New York’s graffiti movement. Born in the Bronx in 1961, he began painting subway cars in his early teens before bringing his style into gallery spaces. He curated the pivotal “Graffiti Art Success for America” exhibition at Fashion MODA in 1980, helping to move graffiti into recognition as a legitimate art movement. His breakthrough gallery debut was with the Sidney Janis Gallery in 1983 — one of the first times a graffiti artist exhibited in a major fine art gallery. (He is thus frequently cited as bridging the gap between street practice and institutional art.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, CRASH has collaborated with brands like Absolut Vodka, Levi’s, Fender Guitars, and TUMI, and he has designed custom guitars for Eric Clapton and John Mayer (his “Crashocasters” being highly collectible). His works are held in important collections and have appeared in museum shows, such as “Graffiti” at the Brooklyn Museum, and participated in star-turn exhibitions like Beyond the Streets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCRASH’s collector base spans from street art aficionados to established contemporary art patrons. His prints and paintings command respect and value; large original canvases by CRASH have FALSE in the five- and six-figure range, and his prints (especially limited editions and rarities) often trade strongly. For those seeking a well-balanced investment in street art, “Crash ’18” offers tremendous upside: it combines iconic name, clean provenance, aesthetic power, and limited scarcity — all at a manageable scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is in hand and ready to ship from the USA. We are pleased to offer archival framing services tailored to preserve and present it at museum standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOFFERED EXCLUSIVELY BY APC ART\u003cbr\u003e\nMIA. ATL. NYC. LONDON. PARIS. LA. 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Self-published by the artist, this rare variant captures a pivotal moment in Crash’s evolution from graffiti prodigy to internationally acclaimed contemporary artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in the Bronx in 1961, John “Crash” Matos began painting New York City subway cars at just 13 years old. By the 1980s, he had become one of the defining figures of the American graffiti movement, exhibiting alongside Keith Haring, Dondi White, Futura, and Jean-Michel Basquiat. His early shows, including Graffiti Art Success for America (1980), marked the first time street art was formally introduced into the gallery environment. Crash’s dynamic visual language — combining comic book energy, pop culture symbolism, and sharp color blocking — has since become a cornerstone of contemporary urban art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrustration (Green Variant) embodies the core themes of Crash’s practice: the tension between creativity and chaos, the collision of fine art and graffiti, and the emotional pulse of the city itself. The imagery — a cartoon figure in mid-fall beneath a giant eye and brushstroke — reflects both humor and self-awareness. The addition of hand-applied glitter not only heightens the visual drama but also references graffiti’s unapologetic celebration of color and shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work’s rarity cannot be overstated. With only 12 examples ever produced, and each hand-finished by the artist, this series represents one of Crash’s smallest and most sought-after editions. Works from this period are increasingly scarce, and collectors recognize the 1990s as a critical era bridging Crash’s underground origins with his institutional recognition. His pieces are now held in the Museum of Modern Art (New York), Brooklyn Museum, Stedelijk Museum (Amsterdam), and the Boca Raton Museum of Art, among others, and \u003cstrong\u003ehave\u003c\/strong\u003e been acquired by numerous high-profile private collections worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Crash’s market continues to rise, particularly for early and hand-finished works, this piece represents an outstanding investment opportunity. It captures both historical significance and aesthetic brilliance — the very hallmarks of lasting value in contemporary collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is in excellent condition, preserved to archival standards since its creation. It is in hand and will ship immediately from the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPC ART is pleased to offer archival framing options upon request, utilizing museum-grade materials and UV-protective glazing to ensure longevity and presentation quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOFFERED EXCLUSIVELY BY APC ART\u003cbr\u003eMIA. ATL. NYC. LONDON. PARIS. LA. TOKYO.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePrivate collection; New York, NY, USA. \u003cbr\u003eGIFTED TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER BY THE ARTIST IN 1997.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the work will be a certificate of authenticity from APC ART (with the gallery’s blind stamp), guaranteeing authenticity in perpetuity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe work is in excellent condition. The work shows extremely well. Colors bright \u0026amp; Vibrant. Aluminum panel in great shape. 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