Freddie, 2020
Painting : pencil · 30 x 30 x 5 cm 11.8 x 11.8 x 2 inch · Ready to hang
€10,999
10 999 €
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Painting : Unique artwork
Condition
Artwork sold in perfect condition, framed, ready to hang
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Dimensions ( cm • inch )
30 x 30 x 5 cm 11.8 x 11.8 x 2 inch Height x Width x Depth
Artwork dimensions including frame
31 x 31 x 10 cm 12.2 x 12.2 x 3.9 inch
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Description
This artwork presents a whimsical, cartoon-like character embodying an exaggerated, playful essence. Dominated by a large, round head and oversized eyes, the figure captures a sense of wide-eyed wonder. Rendered in grayscale, the use of shading adds depth, highlighting the character's charmingly simplistic features. The unique pose, with one arm confidently holding a microphone, suggests a moment of animated expression, possibly inspired by a memorable live performance. The minimalistic approach, focusing on bold shapes and stark contrasts, provides a vibrant energy to the piece. The artwork's title text at the top, referencing "Freddie Mercury" and "Wembley 1986," hints at an homage to the iconic singer, blending pop culture with imaginative artistry. This fusion of simplicity and thematic intent makes the piece both engaging and delightfully unexpected.
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In his mixed-media work, Edgar Plans places his mouse-eared, big-eyed cartoon characters against backdrops adorned with doodles and scrawl. These apparently spontaneous marks recall the canvases of Jean-Michel Basquiat or Cy Twombly; the Spanish-born and -based Plans names graffiti, street art, comic books, illustrations, and animated films as major influences. Yet it's really his characters, which Plans describes as “Hero Animals," which have helped the artist win popularity and a number of gallery shows around Spain.
Plans's work has found high demand on the secondary market; his paintings have sold for six figures. Despite their vibrant color palette and cartoon-indebted aesthetics, Plans's paintings tackle serious subject matter: With his animal heroes, he intends to criticize gender violence, racism, and envy.
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