Rashid Johnson - Little Boat (2022)

Little Boat, 2022

Artist: Rashid Johnson (b. 1977, USA)
Medium: Cast bronze multiple with black patinated ink, embedded with oyster shells; contained in the original foam-lined wooden box
Dimensions:

• Sculpture: 14 × 26.8 × 11.7 cm (5 ½ × 10 ½ × 4 ⅝ in.)

• Box: 22 × 42 × 23 cm (8 ⅝ × 16 ½ × 9 in.)
  Edition: /40 (plus 1 AP)
  Markings: Stamp-signed and numbered on the underside; additionally signed and numbered in black ink on the accompanying Certificate of Authenticity
  Publisher: Co-published by Artspace, New York, and TWO x TWO for AIDS and Art, Dallas
  Provenance: Private collection; accompanied by the original COA issued by the publisher

Description:

Rashid Johnson’s Little Boat (2022) is a cast-bronze sculpture that merges materiality with symbolism. Patinated in black ink, the textured surface is carved and scratched to reveal the frenetic faces and gestural marks of Johnson’s iconic Anxious Men. Embedded oyster shells reinforce the tension between fragility and resilience.

The work functions as both sculpture and incense burner, inviting activation through touch, sight, and smell. Johnson has emphasized the importance of “bringing the boats to life,” highlighting their role as sites of reflection and community. Conceived alongside his 2022 Sodade exhibition at Hauser & Wirth, Menorca, Little Boat is thematically linked to Johnson’s Seascape paintings and large-scale boat sculptures, which explore isolation, collectivity, and the metaphorical idea of “being in the same boat.”

With only 40 examples produced, this edition embodies Johnson’s exploration of autonomy and coalition-building, situating it firmly within his ongoing dialogue around identity, politics, and community

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FAQ 

Is this Rashid Johnson work an original edition?
Yes. Little Boat (2022) is an original cast-bronze multiple from a limited edition of 40, each stamp-signed and numbered with a matching signed COA.

What materials were used for this sculpture?
The work is cast bronze with black patinated ink, featuring carved Anxious Men markings and embedded oyster shells. It comes in the original foam-lined wooden box.

Does the sculpture come with documentation?
Yes. It includes the original Certificate of Authenticity, signed and numbered by Rashid Johnson and issued by the publisher.

Is this edition considered collectible?
Absolutely. With only 40 works produced, Little Boat is one of Johnson’s most sought-after small-format sculptures, closely tied to his Anxious Men and Seascape series.

Is worldwide shipping available?
Yes, we ship worldwide with full insurance, professional packaging, and tracking to ensure safe delivery.