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About the artwork
DOB is a prime example of Murakami's "Superflat" aesthetic, which aims to flatten the distinctions between high and low art, past and present, and Japanese and Western culture. The character's cartoonish appearance and simplified forms reflect the flat, two-dimensional style of anime and manga, which Murakami sees as a defining characteristic of Japanese visual 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.