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KAWS, Urge I (green), 2020

KAWS

Urge I (green), 2020
Screenpring
17 x 12 in
43.2 x 30.5 cm
Edition of 250 plus 50 AP
Series: Urge
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In KAWS' Urge I, the iconic figure of Companion takes center stage, rendered in a striking bright green hue that immediately draws the viewer's attention. Positioned prominently within the composition,...
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In KAWS' Urge I, the iconic figure of Companion takes center stage, rendered in a striking bright green hue that immediately draws the viewer's attention. Positioned prominently within the composition, Companion becomes the focal point of the artwork, capturing the eye with its vibrant presence. However, despite its central position, Companion appears surrounded and overpowered by a series of gloved hands that obscure its face and body from full view.

The hands surrounding Companion create a sense of confinement and vulnerability, suggesting a loss of agency or power. Unable to fully defend itself, Companion seems trapped and constrained by the grasp of external forces. This juxtaposition of strength and vulnerability adds depth and complexity to the artwork, prompting viewers to contemplate themes of control, protection, and vulnerability.

Through his masterful use of color and composition, KAWS invites viewers to engage with the artwork on an emotional level, eliciting empathy and concern for the plight of Companion. The artwork serves as a poignant reflection on the human condition, exploring themes of powerlessness and the struggle for autonomy in the face of external pressures.

Overall, Urge I is a visually arresting and emotionally resonant artwork that invites viewers to contemplate the complexities of power and vulnerability. Through its compelling imagery and thought-provoking themes, KAWS prompts us to reflect on our own experiences of agency and control in the modern world.
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