This ONE OF A KIND handmade scrapbook is a characteristic work by Purvis Young (American, 1943–2010), a celebrated self-taught artist from the Overtown neighborhood of Miami. 

Artistic Overview

Young is best known for his Urban Expressionist style, using "found" materials to record the struggles and hopes of his community. His scrapbooks are particularly significant, often created by pasting drawings into discarded ledgers or library books. 

• Medium: Mixed media on found paper, frequently incorporating paint (sometimes applied with fingers), ink, and crayon.
• Recurring Themes: The visible pages often feature his signature motifs, which include angels (symbolizing protection), crowds with uplifted arms (representing the search for freedom), and urban landscapes.
• Style: His work is characterized by rapid, energetic brushstrokes and a "magic realism" that ignores traditional perspective in favor of emotional raw immediacy
• Dimensions 13x10-inch