The Carrot and the Stick

The Carrot and the Stick (1999)

Winston returns to the iconic 1434 Arnolfini Portrait by Jan van Eyck, with The Carrot and the Stick which hijacks a symbol of wealth, status, and domestic order and throws it headfirst into the modern world. A carrot, cash, fire, consumer gadgets, and everyday absurdities invade the centuries-old scene, exposing the timeless machinery of reward, punishment, and persuasion. Housed in an ornate gold frame that echoes the original painting, this unique collage series is a reminder that while the props may change, the systems pulling the strings seldom do.

Comes in an up-cycled frame and includes a certificate of authenticity.

Appx. 10.25” × 12.25” in frame