Notch 56 (Hector Perez)
Untitled
1985
Markers and graphite on paper
21 × 27.5 cm
Unique
Localisation : Paris, France
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637867162
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À propos de l'œuvre
This composition features a vibrant and layered graffiti-style artwork created on paper. The central element consists of stylized, interlocking letters arranged in a complex pattern typical of "wildstyle" graffiti. The letters are outlined in black, filled with a variety of colors—including pink, orange, blue, and brown—and incorporate textures such as wood grain and drips. Surrounding and integrated within the lettering are various motifs, including green leaves, red and white spotted mushrooms, and starbursts, suggesting an organic or fantastical environment.
On the left, a purple spray paint can with a detailed nozzle is depicted—a tool commonly associated with graffiti art. On the right, a figure with an Afro hairstyle and large eyes points toward the center of the composition, while a pencil is positioned near the lower right, suggesting the artistic process. The background features a gradient from yellow to orange, created with textured strokes, possibly from colored pencils or pastels. The artwork is signed “Noch©” in the lower right corner, consistent with the artist’s known signature.
Avis de l'expert
The street art market has experienced substantial growth and institutional recognition in recent years, with works by street artists fetching significant prices at auction. While blue-chip artists like Banksy and Basquiat command the highest prices, a robust mid-tier market exists for established graffiti artists whose works on paper are increasingly sought after by collectors. Notch 56’s work, rooted in the formative era of New York graffiti, holds a place within this evolving market. His practice of creating detailed black-book sketches and larger works on paper aligns with the growing appreciation for the preparatory and finished works of graffiti artists. The use of markers and colored pencils on paper is a common technique in this genre, allowing for precision and portability.
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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