Condition Report
Both works are in very good condition
No tears or creases to either of the sheet
Three areas of extremely minor edge wear to 'Once', only visible under very close inspection
Extremely minor wear to the upper right-hand corner of 'In My Life'
Both works have been float-mounted leaving all corners and edges of the sheets visible
Framed to a good standard in black framed
These works have not been examined out of the frames
Javier Calleja (Spanish 1971-), 'Once In My Life (Diptych)', 2023, two Hybrid UV flatbed pigment prints with red silkscreen details, varnishes, and embossment on 410gsm Somerset Tub Sized Radiant White paper, numbered from editions of 980 & 970 in pencil, published by Avant Arte; sheets: 53.5 x 55cm (framed)
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Auction: Urban & Contemporary Art, 11th Dec, 2024
Javier Calleja gained recognition in the art world due to his distinctive figurative pieces, which frequently showcase short, wide-eyed figures with exaggerated features. The Spanish artist's portfolio includes painting, sculpture, and works on paper, along with a variety of editioned pieces and merchandise. Calleja has exhibited in galleries across Madrid, Barcelona, New York, Paris, and Hong Kong, among other prominent cities. Several public collections in Spain have acquired his artworks. In March 2021, Calleja set a new secondary-market record, surpassing US$1 million for the first time, when his 2019 painting Waiting for a While was sold for HK$8.8 million (approximately US$1.1 million).