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About the artwork
In this work, Murakami evokes powerful imagery that blends the new and old using the format of tando (circular paintings). With flat aesthetics that are simultaneously characteristic of both traditional woodblock paintings and modern anime, Murakami depicts a field of his signature flower motif against a backdrop of faded yellow and white checkered patterns. The wildly successful neo-pop artist pays tribute to both the roots of Japanese art and modern “otaku” culture.
About the artist
Born in Tokyo in 1962, Takashi Murakami is a globally celebrated Japanese artist who masterfully dismantles the barriers between fine art and commercial culture. He coined the term 'Superflat' to define his vibrant, boundary-blurring aesthetic, reflecting both traditional Japanese art and the complexities of post-war Japanese society. Murakami's influential works have captivated audiences worldwide, gracing the halls of prestigious institutions like the Guggenheim Bilbao, MoCA Los Angeles, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.