Two Cultures – Green c. 1985

"Two Cultures – Green" is a 1985 work by American artist Mark Kostabi. The piece depicts two stylized figures, one in a yellow body suit holding oranges and the other in a purple and white robe carrying oranges in a bowl. The figures are rendered in a simplified, almost cartoonish style, with bold outlines and flat colors. The backdrop is a mottled green, reminiscent of marble or stone. This work highlights Kostabi's signature style, characterized by bold colors and simplified forms that explore themes of social commentary and visual irony.