The Story
Size:44 x 44 in.
The Connor Brothers’ original painting We Are All in the Gutter, measuring 39" x 39", offers a thought-provoking and visually dynamic interpretation of Oscar Wilde’s iconic quote. Against a rich teal background, bold text is layered, proclaiming “We are all in the gutter but some of us are looking at the stars.” Abstract elements such as curved turquoise lines, a golden circle marked “Bozo Texino”, and a series of small book spines evoke both order and rebellion, drawing the viewer into a layered visual and philosophical conversation.
Mike Snelle and James Golding, known collectively as The Connor Brothers, have always explored the blurred lines between truth and fiction. Their early fabricated identities as artists emerging from a cult mirrored the themes they interrogate in their work: perception, reality, and the human need for stories. Their playful yet poignant approach invites viewers to question not only what they see but the wider societal norms they often unconsciously accept.
The Connor Brothers' art draws on vintage pop culture imagery, clever satire, and cultural critique. Today they continue to use their work as a platform for activism, championing causes such as mental health and refugee welfare. Their pieces are held in major international collections and have become modern cultural touchstones.
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Size:44 x 44 in.
The Connor Brothers’ original painting We Are All in the Gutter, measuring 39" x 39", offers a thought-provoking and visually dynamic interpretation of Oscar Wilde’s iconic quote. Against a rich teal background, bold text is layered, proclaiming “We are all in the gutter but some of us are looking at the stars.” Abstract elements such as curved turquoise lines, a golden circle marked “Bozo Texino”, and a series of small book spines evoke both order and rebellion, drawing the viewer into a layered visual and philosophical conversation.
Mike Snelle and James Golding, known collectively as The Connor Brothers, have always explored the blurred lines between truth and fiction. Their early fabricated identities as artists emerging from a cult mirrored the themes they interrogate in their work: perception, reality, and the human need for stories. Their playful yet poignant approach invites viewers to question not only what they see but the wider societal norms they often unconsciously accept.
The Connor Brothers' art draws on vintage pop culture imagery, clever satire, and cultural critique. Today they continue to use their work as a platform for activism, championing causes such as mental health and refugee welfare. Their pieces are held in major international collections and have become modern cultural touchstones.
