Yoshitomo Nara
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Yoshitomo Nara's expressive cartoon children have seen the pioneering artist rise to global acclaim and fame communicating complex emotion whilst celebrating the freedom of the imagination and the indvidual. Discover our selection of Yoshitomo Nara PRINTS for sale at Guy Hepner, Nara dealers since 2012.
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New In: Yoshitomo Nara Prints For Sale
- Yoshitomo Nara, Banging The Drum, 2002
- Yoshitomo Nara, Cosmic Girl Eyes Closed, 2008
- Yoshitomo Nara, In the clouds, 2003
- Yoshitomo Nara, Marching On A Butterbur Leaf, 2019
- Yoshitomo Nara, The Real One, 2019
- Yoshitomo Nara, Gummi Girl (Set of 5), 2006
- Yoshitomo Nara, My Little Treasure, 2010
- Yoshitomo Nara, Fuckin' Politics, 2003
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Overview
"Even if I knew there would be no one out there to look at my work, I would still make the exact same thing."
Yoshitomo Nara creates a fairytale world that is at once both inviting and calming yet tense and mysterious. Classically trained in Germany and in Japan, the artist going on to merge and blend these seemingly disparate schools throughout his career, Nara forgoes an intellectual and philosophical approach to his art communicating emotion in the purest form. Pushing back at what he sees as “aloofness of high art” Nara’s commitment to engaging in accessible, mass-produced imagery and the repetition of his characters recalls Warhol’s repetition of brands and celebrities.
The characters take on a new dimension for many viewers as they become the blank canvases themselves for us to project parts of ourselves onto. This strong bond that collectors feel towards the characters in Nara’s artworks, his deft and sensitive treatment of emotion, place and object (the artist's love of punk and rebellion appearing in guitars) invites introspection causing us to examine both ourselves and the scenes in front of us. Nara's characters are strong little personalities who are ready to rebel as we are presented with snapshots of their lives. The big-eyes girls, Napo, the Dog and Miss Margaret defy the adult world and reveal their opinions with the honesty that is unique to children
Nara's prints and paintings delve into the deepest parts of his soul, emerging through a painstaking process of layering and erasing color. Guided by painting theory, he pares his compositions down to their most sincere essence. In contrast, his drawings are raw and spontaneous, created on familiar materials like torn paper or used envelopes. These works reveal unfiltered emotions and thoughts. His three-dimensional sculptures, crafted in various media, breathe new life into familiar forms through a reflective engagement with materials. In recent years, Nara has also embraced photography, capturing the overlooked beauty of everyday landscapes and moments from his travels with a sense of quiet reverence.
Nara draws inspiration from numerous sources from past and contemporary culture. He has great respect for doga, a Japanese style of children’s book illustrations that appeals to an adult audience as well by providing social commentary and layered meaning for an adult viewer to unpack
Yoshitomo Nara’s prints are an expression of pure emotion, of embracing the innocence and possibilities of childhood through their delicately and poised imagery and text. At Guy Hepner, we have assisted collectors across the globe to buy Yoshitomo Nara prints and enter into his rich, fairytale-like world. Whether new to collecting Yoshitomo Nara prints, or an experienced collector, our knowledge and experienced team can help you. For further information on our available Yoshitomo Nara prints for sale, contact info@guyhepner.com -
Buy Yoshitomo Nara Art With Confidence
Discover Yoshitomo Nara prints & Paintings for sale at Guy Hepner New York & LondonWith nearly a decade in dealing Yoshitomo Nara art, we assist collectors across the world to buy Yoshitomo Nara prints and paintings. Whether you are new to buying Yoshitomo Nara art or an established collector, our knowledgeable, approachable and experienced team can assist you. We offer industry-leading advice tailored to each individual collector. As leading Nara dealers, we undertake extensive due diligence for our clients ensuring that each Yoshitomo Nara artwork meets our highest standards in regards to condition, history and provenance.
From loveable characters such as Miss Forest and the Dog to the expressive and emotionally charged eyes of his boys and girls, our selection of Yoshitomo Nara prints for sale offers the very best from his extensive and ever evolving output. In addition to helping collectors to buy Yoshitomo Nara art, our services also include sourcing rare off-market works, providing up-to-date accurate valuations for those considering selling, and facilitating seamless transactions to optimize your collection or investment.
From our New York and London galleries, our team handle every aspect of a transaction from sourcing, authentication and condition checking to payment, logistics and national and international delivery. With our deep understanding and appreciation of Yoshitomo Nara’s refined art and the current market dynamics and values, we offer a comprehensive, enjoyable and reliable experience for Nara collectors new and old.
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