David Hockney Pearblossom Hwy No. 2 J. Paul Getty Museum 1000 Pc. Jigsaw Puzzle

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David Hockney Pearblossom Hwy No. 2 J. Paul Getty Museum 1000 Pc. Jigsaw Puzzle This is a puzzle rendition of the original 1986 poster created by David Hockney for an exhibition held at the International Center of Photography in New York. More information regarding the original poster: In 1986, David Hockney created a photographic collage titled ‘Pearblossom Highway, 11-18th April 1986, #2’. It is a unique interpretation of his California road trip on a well-known dangerous highway, route 138. The scene not only consists of the driver’s perspective, but of the passenger’s eye view as well. The right side of the road, which is the driver’s side, has several road signs and the large words ‘stop ahead’ painted on the pavement, indicating the driver’s need to stay alert. Viewers are able to draw some insight into the driving experience. On the left is the passenger’s perspective. The Joshua trees in the sandy desert present a much more relaxing view, one that the passenger can enjoy while looking out the vehicle’s window. This side provides a calming effect. In the forefront of ‘Pearblossom Highway, 11-18th April 1986, #2’, onlookers can make out an assortment of scattered debris such as crushed soda cans, beer bottles, an abandoned container of Castrol motor oil, and an empty case of Bud Light, all of which are relics of travelers read more