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Fragile Future, 2024
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Painting : aerosol paint, acrylic, sand · 70 x 70 x 4 cm 27.6 x 27.6 x 1.6 inch · Ready to hang

$935 935 $US
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Type

Painting : Unique artwork

Condition

Artwork sold in perfect condition, not framed, ready to hang

with stretcher frame

Authenticity

Sold with certificate of Authenticity from the artist

Invoice from the artist

Signature

Hand-signed by artist

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Dimensions ( cm • inch )

70 x 70 x 4 cm 27.6 x 27.6 x 1.6 inch Height x Width x Depth

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Description

This striking artwork juxtaposes innocence with conflict, depicting a young child soldier standing resolutely with a rifle. The child's stark gaze pierces through the subdued gray background, drawing attention to the unsettling contrast between the weapon and the delicate, broken butterfly wings emerging from his back. The gritty texture of the piece, achieved through layers of paint and subtle stenciling, amplifies the harsh realities faced by child soldiers. The artist's use of monochrome tones, punctuated by the vividness of the wings, underscores the theme of lost hope. This artwork serves as a powerful social commentary, challenging the viewer to confront the tragic exploitation of children in armed conflicts and the complexity of their stolen youth.

Asko, Fragile Future

Asko

Netherlands
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Presentation

Asko Art is a contemporary artist from the Netherlands whose work lives at the intersection of rebellion, identity and human emotion. Starting his creative journey in graffiti at the age of twelve, he developed a visual language rooted in raw expression, urban influence and the search for individuality.

Over the years, his artistic style evolved from street culture into recognizable stencil works and minimalist line portraits, creating pieces that balance simplicity with emotional depth. His work often explores themes of identity, inner conflict and the tension between the masks people wear and who they truly are.

Rather than focusing purely on aesthetics, Asko Art creates works designed to provoke feeling and connection. Imperfection plays an important role in his process, embracing rawness and authenticity over perfection. This contrast between refined visuals and rebellious energy has become a defining element within his artistic universe.

His work has been exhibited internationally, including at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris and the Masters Expo in Amsterdam.

Today, Asko Art continues to push beyond traditional formats, expanding into sculptural and three-dimensional works while constantly exploring new ways to translate emotion and identity into physical form.

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