"The Answer"
For Sale
36 x 48 Canvas
Oil Paint, Oil Pigment Sticks
Description: This original painting highlights one of the most prolific shooting guards ever, Allen Iverson at the height of his influence during his historic 2001 MVP season and unforgettable run to the NBA Finals. Long before tunnel walks became fashion statements and athletes were celebrated for their personal style, there was Allen Iverson. At a time when the NBA embraced a polished and corporate image, Iverson brought the culture of the streets with him. The cornrows, headband, tattoos, jewelry, slang, and unapologetic self-expression became symbols of a new era. He showed a generation of young athletes that success did not require abandoning who they were. You didn't have to fit the system to dominate it. His influence reshaped the image and persona of the modern athlete and helped bring African American expression to the forefront of professional sports. 
