Julian Opie Sprinters, Paris (Women) For Sale

About this work

Julian Opie has established himself as one of the most distinctive figures in contemporary art, known for his reductive visual language that distills the human form into bold outlines and flat planes of color. His work occupies a unique position at the intersection of fine art, public installation, and digital media, with pieces held in major institutional collections including the Tate, the National Portrait Gallery in London, and the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Opie's market presence remains robust, with consistent demand at auction and through primary channels reflecting sustained collector confidence in his practice. *Sprinters, Paris (Women)* from 2024 exemplifies Opie's ongoing investigation into movement and the figure in motion. The work captures female athletes mid-stride, their forms rendered in the artist's signature simplified aesthetic that strips away detail while preserving essential dynamism. Executed as a laser cut museum board relief, the piece extends beyond traditional printmaking into three-dimensional territory, with the two-inch depth creating subtle shadows that animate the surface as viewing angles shift. This sculptural quality adds a tactile dimension that distinguishes Opie's relief works from his screen prints and lenticular pieces. The edition of 36 positions this work as accessible relative to Opie's unique pieces while maintaining the scarcity that collectors seek. The subject matter connects to the artist's well-documented fascination with urban life and human locomotion, themes he has explored across walking figures, runners, and crowds throughout his career. For acquisition inquiries regarding this work, please contact Guy Hepner.