Last Tango in Paris 

Blek le Rat made "Last Tango in Paris" using spray paint on found wooden planks. This artwork speaks to the raw energy of street art. Look at the way the paint is applied - bold strokes, quick and decisive. It's clearly not about polished perfection, but rather a gritty expression of the moment. The artist uses stencils and spray paint. These techniques are more closely related to industrial production, graffiti culture, and urban landscapes than to traditional fine art. The grain and imperfections of the wooden planks add another layer of meaning. The artist deliberately left traces of the wood's previous life to suggest the streets, and the social context of his art. The image itself—a couple embracing—becomes a powerful statement when placed in this rough, unrefined context. This work blurs the line between high art and craft, prompting us to consider the social and cultural significance embedded in the materials and processes of making.