fin
Artist
George Collier
(Aberdeen, Scotland, born 1973)
Associated
Joe Di Maggio
Date1999
Mediumscreenprint, oil and gloss on canvas
ClassificationsPaintings And Drawings
DimensionsOverall: Height: 213.8 cm, Width: 213.5 cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 1999 with assistance from the National Fund for Acquisitions.
Copyright© George Collier (2002)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG013701
Keywords
The title 'fin' (being the French word for 'end') takes up the cinematic theme suggested by the screen-printed images. The 'filmstrip' recalls Di Maggio's sporting prowess but also, with a timeless vision of a madonna and child, encapsulates Di Maggio's life story, alluding to both his Catholic upbringing and his death.
James Giles
Artist Unknown
