Notch 56 (Hector Perez)
KOOL
2019
Ink on paper
21.5 × 28 cm
Unique
Localisation : Paris, France
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178517356
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À propos de l'œuvre
The design features the word "KOOL" rendered in a stylized graffiti script on a white background. The letters are presented in a three-dimensional, block-like form, outlined in black ink. Each character exhibits characteristics of “bubble letters” or “fat cap” styles, where the forms are rounded and voluminous, suggesting a soft, inflated appearance. The letters are interconnected and overlap, creating a sense of dynamic movement across the surface.
The design incorporates elements typical of wildstyle graffiti, such as arrows and extensions that emerge from and integrate into the letterforms, contributing to the overall complexity and visual rhythm. Shading is applied to the sides of the block letters, providing depth and a sense of light and shadow, which enhances their three-dimensional quality. The outlines are precise, defining the structure of the letters and establishing a visual foundation for the composition. The work is executed as a clean line drawing, without color fill, emphasizing the structural and calligraphic aspects of the graffiti style.
Avis de l'expert
This work exemplifies a foundational element of graffiti art—specifically the "blackbook" tradition—in which artists develop and refine their letterforms and compositions on paper. The emphasis on line work, volumetric rendering, and intricate letter connections places the piece within the lineage of classic New York graffiti styles. The artist’s long-standing involvement in the graffiti scene, dating back to 1979, positions this work as the creation of a seasoned practitioner. The market for such drawings by established graffiti artists has seen consistent interest, particularly for pieces that showcase the artist’s mastery of letter design and composition. The absence of color highlights the structural integrity and graphic strength of the artist’s hand, appealing to collectors interested in the raw aesthetic and technical skill inherent in the origins of graffiti.
À propos de l'artiste
NOTCH 56 est un artiste issu de la scène du graffiti et de l'art urbain, principalement connu pour ses contributions aux « blackbooks ». Ces carnets de croquis constituent un support essentiel permettant aux graffeurs de développer leurs styles, leurs personnages et leurs formes de lettres, et font souvent l'objet d'échanges au sein de leur communauté. L'artiste est associé à plusieurs collectifs, notamment TFA, DTK, THB, MAGIC DUST INK et TSK (The Stone Killer), ce qui témoigne de son implication de longue date dans des projets collaboratifs et individuels au sein de la scène de l'art urbain. Sa pratique consiste souvent à créer des personnages et des figures stylisées, qui constituent un élément courant du graffiti au-delà du lettrage. Ces personnages présentent fréquemment des motifs visuels et des expressions distinctifs, reflétant l’esthétique personnelle de l’artiste dans le contexte plus large de la culture du street art. Le travail de NOTCH 56 s’inscrit dans une tradition où le style personnel et les compétences techniques sont affinés et partagés entre pairs, contribuant ainsi à l’évolution du graffiti en tant que forme d’art.
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