Chomsky
Artist
Shepard Fairey
(American, born 1970)
Date2019
MediumFour color screenprint
DimensionsImage: 37 3/4 x 27 1/8 in. (95.9 x 68.9 cm)
Sheet: 41 x 30 in. (104.1 x 76.2 cm)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift
CultureAmerican
MarkingsOBEY chop BL corner
Object numberPC2020.10
ClassificationsPrint Collection
DescriptionA portrait of Noam Chomsky in teal, dark blue, green, and orange colors. Chomsky's face emerges from behind what looks to be a torn advertisement. At top, the graphic reads: "PUNK OBEY / SINCE 89 / MANUFACTURING QUALITY DISSENT WORLDWIDE." At bottom, lyrics from The Clash's song "The Magnificent Seven" read, "I lived with the system and took no offense / until Chomsky lent me the necessary sense."This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
