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Maiko in Springtime Kyoto,
2024
Takashi Murakami
Print : offset lithography
50 x 50 x 0.1 cm 19.7 x 19.7 x 0 inch
€2,429
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Artwork location: United Kingdom
The artwork is a visually captivating representation of traditional Japanese culture, defined by its striking use of colors and symbolic elements. At the center stands an elegantly posed character adorned in a vibrant blue kimono, richly decorated with pink cherry blossoms, symbolizing beauty and the ephemeral nature of life. Her poised stance and serene expression add to the tranquility and grace of the scene. Surrounding her are classic symbols of Japanese heritage. To the left, a bold red torii gate stands as a welcoming entrance to the spiritual world, inviting contemplation and respect. The background is embellished with a plethora of cherry blossoms scattered across a golden-toned backdrop, creating a harmonious and festive atmosphere. To the right, a traditional multi-tiered pagoda adds architectural intrigue, representing a sacred place within the Japanese cultural milieu. Behind this ensemble, stylized green hills inscribed with Japanese characters evoke the lush and spiritual landscape of Japan, grounding the composition in a sense of place and belonging. The deliberate placement of each element in this artwork underscores a deep reverence for Japan's cultural icons. The cohesive interplay between the vibrant colors and precise details makes this piece both a feast for the eyes and a thoughtful homage to the rich cultural tapestry of Japan. Each component, from the cherry blossoms to the torii gate, is meticulously crafted to convey a narrative of heritage, beauty, and tradition, ensuring that the viewer is both captivated and intrigued by the storied depth of the piece.
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Born in Tokyo in 1962, Takashi Murakami is one of the most influential artists to come out of Japan in recent decades. Formally trained in Nihonga (a painting style focused on traditional Japanese techniques and subject matter), Murakami earned a Ph.D. from the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music in 1993, and emerged out of Japan's Neo-Pop generation after the collapse of Japan's bubble economy in the late 1980s. His artworks have been received at galleries, museums and auctions in major cities around the globe from Tokyo, Hong Kong, Los Angeles to London.
Although Murakami has consistently incorporated contemporary Japanese popular culture in the forms of anime (animation) and manga (comic books) into his work, he has also continued to draw on traditional Japanese sources ranging from Buddhist imagery, incorporating flowers, 12th-century picture scrolls and Zen painting, and compositional techniques from 18th-century Edo eccentric painting.
Forging a new reciprocal relationship between high art and mass culture, Murakami's artistic practice is predicated on seeing art as a part of the economy. Murakami is significant for carving out a new entrepreneurial model based on a transformation of applied market strategies. This model can be attributed to the global shift from a consumer-based society to a service-oriented economy, which differentiates Murakami from Andy Warhol and his contemporaries Jeff Koons and Damien Hirst.
In addition to creating artworks, Murakami has made a constellation of ancillary activities integral to his practice by taking on the roles of curator, lecturer, event coordinator, radio host, newspaper columnist, and manager of emerging artists. His international corporation Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd., with its multi-faceted operations in mass-produced merchandising, animated film production, and corporate design commissions including his renowned collaboration with Louis Vuitton Paris, reveals his aim to creatively widen art's distributive capacities. The artist continues to innovate by jumping into the world of NFTs.
In 2025, Murakami's collaboration with Louis Vuitton reached a significant milestone. The partnership, which began in 2003, celebrated its 20th anniversary with a re-edition collection. This collection features over 200 new pieces, including handbags, accessories, and footwear, all adorned with Murakami's signature colorful designs. Pop-up shops have been established in major cities like New York, London, and Tokyo, offering unique shopping experiences alongside art exhibitions and activations. The re-edition aims to introduce these iconic prints to a new generation, with fashion ambassadors like Zendaya leading the campaign.
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