Artist: James Chiew
Title: Plata O Plomo
Technique:  mixed media / high gloss resin
Size: 170x70cm

The artwork is titled “Plata o Plomo”.  The Spanish phrase “plata o plomo” translates to “silver or lead,” which is a common saying attributed to narcos and other criminals, essentially meaning “take the money or die.” The image features a US dollar bill with the phrase written across it in bold, white letters.