2008
Pair of offset lithographs on smooth wove paper
Edition of 500
72 x 52 cm each
Published by BALTIC Center for Contemporary Art, Gateshead
Unframed and in excellent condition
 
Yoshitomo Nara (b.1959) is a Japanese artist, internationally acclaimed for his distinctive paintings, drawings, and sculptures of wide-eyed figures that evoke both innocence and a rebellious spirit. Blending elements of Pop Art, manga, and punk culture, Nara’s work explores themes of vulnerability, defiance, and emotional complexity. His deceptively simple, emotionally charged imagery has garnered global recognition and has been exhibited in major museums and galleries worldwide, including retrospectives at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Guggenheim Bilbao, and London’s Hayward Gallery. Drawing on his own experiences and cultural influences, Nara brings a poignant depth, creating works that resonate universally.