Nervous City 1971

"Nervous City" (1971) is a colorful and chaotic work by Red Grooms, known for his vibrant, three-dimensional environments and theatrical approach to art. The artwork depicts a bustling urban scene overflowing with caricatured figures and humorous details, capturing the frenetic energy and diverse personalities of city life. Grooms' use of bold colors, exaggerated features, and a jumbled composition creates a sense of visual excitement and a playful critique of urban society. The work exemplifies Grooms' signature style, often referred to as "sculptural painting" or "environment art."