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James Joyce Abandoning Reason (Blue) For Sale
James Joyce
Abandoning Reason (Blue), 2021
Silkscreen on Somerset Satin White 410 GSM
37 3/8 x 37 3/8 in 95 x 95 cm
Edition
Edition of 20
About this work
What distinguishes Joyce’s practice—and drives his long-term collectability—is the sophistication behind his simplicity. Each print distills expression into essential shapes, creating compositions that feel playful at first glance but reveal rigorous balance, color strategy, and conceptual clarity upon closer inspection. This reductionist vocabulary has become a hallmark of his market, and the new release expands it with fresh palettes, refined curves, and subtle compositional shifts that deepen the narrative of his evolving practice.
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Auction History
A fine copy of Joyce's first book, in the scarce first binding variant. · James Joyce · Sotheby's · 2021-07 · $3,780
Joyce, James | Joyce's first appearance in book format · James Joyce · Sotheby's · 2021-07 · $5,292
A PORTRAIT OF THE ARTIST AS A YOUNG MAN. 1930 · James Joyce · Christie's · 2020-12 · $13,482
Here For A Good Time Not A Long Time · James Joyce · Bonhams · 2019-09 · $2,031
· James Joyce · Sotheby's · 2016-07 · $84,652
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About the Works on Paper Series
Explore James Joyce's compelling Works on Paper collection, a vibrant series that demonstrates the artist's mastery of color, typography, and conceptual wit. Featuring striking titles like Like (Red), Like (Blue), and You're Killing Me (Pink) alongside introspective pieces such as Nothing Serious and Happy Hour Is Any Hour, this body of work showcases Joyce's distinctive approach to contemporary art practice.
The Works on Paper series captures a pivotal moment in the artist's career, blending playful language with bold visual statements. Each work reveals Joyce's sophisticated understanding of how text and form interact, creating pieces that engage viewers on both intellectual and emotional levels. The varied palette—from deep blacks to luminous pearls—adds depth and complexity to seemingly simple compositions.
These works have gained significant recognition among collectors seeking meaningful contemporary pieces with lasting investment potential. Whether you're building a collection or seeking a standout individual work, this series offers exceptional quality and conceptual substance.
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About James Joyce
James Joyce is a British artist, born in Wolverhampton, England, and educated at Walsall College of Art and Kingston University. He began his career in illustration before expanding his practice into painting, screen printing, and drawing.
Joyce is known for a bold, graphic visual language built around typographic forms and everyday imagery, often reworking familiar symbols and faces into flat, minimalist compositions. His style favors clean lines and balanced color, using simplicity to carry more complex or witty commentary beneath the surface. Much of his work engages with the visual language of branding and popular culture, reimagining recognizable imagery in a way that feels immediate and distinctly his own.
His profile grew significantly in 2015, when his rotating video installation, Perseverance in the Face of Absurdity, was featured in Banksy's exhibition Dismaland and selected by Banksy as the event's signature image. Joyce has also worked on commissions for major clients including Apple, Nike, and The New York Times, and has exhibited at institutions including the Royal Academy of Arts and Saatchi Gallery. His paintings are held in private collections worldwide.
Guy Hepner works with collectors seeking James Joyce's bold, graphic paintings and editions. Contact us to discuss available inventory.