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Takashi Murakami (Japanese, b.1962)
LOT ID: 80136
Plush Flowerball, 2008

Mixed Media, Polyester, acrylic boa, cotton, polyurethane
9.85 х 9.85 in. cm.
Unsigned, accompanied by a signed certificate of authenticity as issued from the publishers. In original box as issued.
Edition of 300
Foundry/Publisher Kai Kiki Co, Ltd, Tokyo
Lot description
"Plush Flowerball" (2008). This exciting plush sculpture in the round by Takashi Murakami brings to life his smiling flowers in a lively and engaging manner. This work is from the edition of 300, accompanied by the formal certificate of authenticity and in original box as issued. This sculpture measures approx 9.85 inches (25 cm in diameter).

Considered the Warhol of Japan, Takashi Murakami (b. 1963) is a prolific contemporary Japanese artist who works in both fine arts media, such as painting, as well as digital and commercial media. Having been classically trained in the historic ‘Nihon-ga’ style, Murakami's talent lies in his ability to blend traditional Japanese painting with that of contemporary pop culture. Often pushing the boundaries between what is considered high and low art, Takashi Murakami incorporates popular themes from pop culture, media, and cartoon animation into anything from his "Superflat" paintings to his enormous sculptures. He also brands his own art to create marketable commercial goods including figurines, apparel, and even key chains. Murakami's work is exhibited internationally and is included in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art (New York, NY), the Museum of Contemporary Art (Los Angeles, CA), and the Museum of Contemporary Art (Tokyo, Japan).
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