
KAWS
Urge VI (light blue), 2020
Screenpring
17 x 12 in
43.2 x 30.5 cm
43.2 x 30.5 cm
Edition of 250 plus 50 AP
Series: Urge
Copyright The Artist
In Urge VI, KAWS presents his beloved cartoon character, Companion, in a captivating portrayal that exudes a sense of intrigue and vulnerability. Rendered in a striking bright blue hue, Companion...
In Urge VI, KAWS presents his beloved cartoon character, Companion, in a captivating portrayal that exudes a sense of intrigue and vulnerability. Rendered in a striking bright blue hue, Companion dominates the center of the composition, immediately capturing the viewer's attention with its vibrant presence.
Despite being the focal point of the piece, Companion appears surrounded and overpowered by a series of gloved hands that attempt to hide its face. These hands, depicted in various poses and orientations, create a sense of confinement and restraint, hinting at themes of powerlessness and struggle.
The contrast between Companion's bold blue figure and the subdued tones of the gloved hands adds depth and complexity to the artwork, inviting viewers to contemplate the relationship between strength and vulnerability. Despite its central position, Companion seems momentarily overwhelmed by the external forces depicted in the composition.
Through this portrayal, KAWS prompts viewers to reflect on themes of identity, agency, and the struggle for autonomy. The hands surrounding Companion serve as a potent symbol of the challenges and obstacles faced by individuals in asserting their own identity and sense of self.
Despite being the focal point of the piece, Companion appears surrounded and overpowered by a series of gloved hands that attempt to hide its face. These hands, depicted in various poses and orientations, create a sense of confinement and restraint, hinting at themes of powerlessness and struggle.
The contrast between Companion's bold blue figure and the subdued tones of the gloved hands adds depth and complexity to the artwork, inviting viewers to contemplate the relationship between strength and vulnerability. Despite its central position, Companion seems momentarily overwhelmed by the external forces depicted in the composition.
Through this portrayal, KAWS prompts viewers to reflect on themes of identity, agency, and the struggle for autonomy. The hands surrounding Companion serve as a potent symbol of the challenges and obstacles faced by individuals in asserting their own identity and sense of self.
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