From Cassidy Dawn Graves’ review of the exhibition “Screaming in the Streets: AIDS, Art, Activism” for Bedford + Bowery:
A black-and-white illustration by David Wojnarowicz, on view last week at Chelsea gallery ClampArt, shows a grim reaper descending with a large scythe. The reaper claims to be “Democracy At Work,” but freely slices through individuals and activists voicing concerns like “No healthcare,” “Killer cops,” “Corrupt politicians,” and “Unemployment.” Though the piece was created in 1990, this so-called democracy keeps on wounding today.
Browse the exhibition “Screaming in the Streets: AIDS, Art, Activism” at ClampArt