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Lot 11
Manifest Destiny: The Gilded Dream by Jose Terrero ( Dominican Republic) Oil on Canvas
Estimate: $3,500 - $7,000
Starting Bid
$1,000
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| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
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| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Artist: Jose Terrero
Medium: Acrylic and mixed media on canvas
Dimensions: 40 x 40 inches
Year: Circa 2024–2026
Description
In this commanding 40x40 inch canvas, contemporary artist Jose Terrero presents a vibrant, neo-expressionist caricature of Donald Trump. The work balances a whimsical, almost street-art aesthetic with heavy political symbolism, utilizing a bold primary color palette and thick, energetic brushstrokes.
The central figure is depicted with a serene, eyes-closed expression and a triumphant raised fist, set against a background alive with movement. To the right, an aircraft carrier—marked with the American flag—emerges from a jagged, cloud-like burst, while a fleet of white jets arcs across a deep blue sky. On the left, a large yellow mass appears to fragment into golden cubes, suggesting themes of wealth, infrastructure, or shifting power. The background features a textured, spray-painted green moss effect, punctuated by visceral red drips that add a layer of raw intensity to the composition.
Terrero’s signature style is evident in the exaggerated features and the play between flat color fields and thick impasto textures in the iconic golden hair. This piece serves as both a portrait of a polarizing figure and a symbolic map of nationalistic power and prosperity.
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