The artwork titled “Sleeping Man” is created by the artist known as Blek le Rat, a prominent figure in the street art movement. This piece falls under the genres of graffiti and figurative art, showcasing the artist’s distinctive style and thematic focus.
The artwork depicts a stencil image of a man lying down as if asleep, rendered in black and white on a brick wall. Adjacent to the man is the outline of a rat, a recurring motif in Blek le Rat’s works, symbolizing the underground and often marginalized aspects of urban life. The background of the mural consists of a whitewashed section on which the figures are painted, with remnants of previous street art or degradation visible, adding a sense of depth and history to the piece. The man appears calm and undisturbed, his figure blending seamlessly into the urban environment, reflecting the interaction between human presence and the cityscape.
