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Takashi Murakami

Untitled

2005

Offset lithograph printed in full color with glitter, UV coating, and cold foil stamping

102 × 72 × 1 cm

Ed. /300

Location: AMSTERDAM, Netherlands

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About the artwork

This offset lithograph, created in 2005, features a vertical composition with a layering of distinct, brightly colored elements against a black background. At the top, a stylized, cartoon-like figure with a conical head and wide-set eyes is depicted. Below it, a more abstract and organic shape with camouflage patterns appears, followed by a spherical object adorned with intricate designs. Further down, a circular shape with several red and white eyes or openings sits above a cluster of green, leaf-like shapes. A delicate, rainbow-colored spiderweb-like structure emanates from the central sphere, reflecting off the dark surface below.

Expert opinion

Murakami’s prints, particularly those featuring his signature characters and motifs, occupy a specific segment of the contemporary art market. His “Superflat” aesthetic, which blurs the lines between high art and popular culture, has resonated with a wide audience, fostering a robust secondary market for his editions. The inclusion of special printing techniques such as glitter and UV coating in this work is characteristic of his approach to printmaking, enhancing the visual appeal and collectibility of his prints.

About the artist

Japanese artist born in 1962. Lives and works between New York, Munich and Tokyo. Graduate of the Tokyo University of Fine Arts and Music. A disciple of Pop Art, he combines Japanese art with pop culture from the Land of the Rising Sun. Considered one of the most innovative artists of his time, Takashi Murakami's reputation extends far beyond the art world. Constantly blurring the boundaries between academic and commercial art, he promotes art as a veritable brand. He is best known for his collaborations with the world of luxury and fashion, including Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton. His works have been exhibited worldwide, including at the Mori Art Museum in Tokyo, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao and the Château de Versailles.

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