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The artwork titled 'The City' by Vincent Valdez depicts a dark and desolate scene with a central pile of debris, including discarded mattresses, tires, and other items. In the foreground, a metal barrel emits smoke, adding to the somber atmosphere. The background is dark and indistinct, emphasizing the central pile and creating a sense of abandonment and neglect. — Vincent Valdez, "The City II," 2016 (detail), Oil on canvas, 74 x 90 in., Blanton Museum of Art, The University of Texas at Austin, Purchase through the generosity of Guillermo C. Nicolas and James C. Foster in honor of Jeanne and Michael Klein, with additional support from Jeanne and Michael Klein and Ellen Susman in honor of Jeanne and Michael Klein, 2017. Photo by Peter Molick, courtesy the artist and David Shelton Gallery, Houston

Video interview with Vincent Valdez

Chapter 4

Vincent Valdez interview by Veronica Roberts, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art, Blanton Museum of Art; April 25, 2018, Artist’s studio, Houston

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