Takashi Murakami Eye Love Superflat (Black) For Sale

Takashi Murakami

Eye Love Superflat (Black), 2003

Silkscreen

17 3/8 x 17 3/8 in 44 x 44 cm

Eye Love Superflat (Black), 2003

Silkscreen

17 3/8 x 17 3/8 in 44 x 44 cm

Edition

Edition of 50

About this work

This dynamic silkscreen presents Murakami's iconic fusion of kawaii aesthetics and contemporary art through a mesmerizing arrangement of smiling flowers and wide-eyed characters. Set against a deep black background, the composition features the artist's signature rainbow-hued blooms with their cheerful, hypnotic faces, interspersed with cartoon-like figures sporting oversized eyes. The silkscreen technique produces crisp, vibrant colors that pop dramatically against the darkness, creating an energetic visual rhythm across the square format. Eye Love Superflat exemplifies Murakami's groundbreaking Superflat movement, which dissolves hierarchies between high art and popular culture. Created during a pivotal period in the artist's career, this work demonstrates his masterful ability to channel Japanese manga and anime traditions into fine art contexts. The piece represents an excellent entry point for collectors interested in contemporary Japanese art, offering both the accessibility of Murakami's playful imagery and the sophistication of his cultural commentary on post-war Japanese society. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.

Price on Application

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Auction History

Takashi Murakami - Keba Keba; Eye Love Superflat & Killer Pink

Keba Keba; Eye Love Superflat & Killer Pink · Takashi Murakami · Christie's · 2007-05 · $61,359

Takashi Murakami - Three works: (i) SUPERFLAT Colourful Monogram; (ii) Eye Love SUPERFLAT Eye Pink; (iii) Eye Love SUPERFL...

Three works: (i) SUPERFLAT Colourful Monogram; (ii) Eye Love SUPERFLAT Eye Pink; (iii) Eye Love SUPERFLAT Eye Blue · Takashi Murakami · Phillips · 2023-02 · $50,400