11th Dec, 2024 18:00

Urban & Contemporary Art

Lot 57

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Jerkface (American 1982-), 'Felix The Cat', 2018

Estimate
£400 - £600

Buyer's premium: 25.00%

Condition Report

In very good condition
No visible knocks, tears or creases to the sheet
One extremely minor 'speckle' on the right hand edge of the sheet, visible upon very close inspection
This work has been framed in a white frame and has been float mounted, leaving all corners and edges of the sheet visible
This work has not been examined outside of the frame.

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Lot Details
Auction details

Jerkface (American 1982-), 'Felix The Cat', 2018, archival pigment print on wove paper, signed and numbered from an edition of 50 in pencil; sheet: 20.3 x 20.3cm (Framed)

Auction: Urban & Contemporary Art, 11th Dec, 2024

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Jerkface

The artist known as Jerkface, who was born and is based in New York, gained recognition for his Pop-influenced depictions of well-known cartoon characters, which he frequently arranges in intricate layered patterns across his canvases. His artistic development was shaped by the vibrant street art culture of New York, and this background is evident in his use of flattened forms and vivid color schemes. Initially achieving success on the East Coast, Jerkface's work has since transcended geographical and artistic boundaries. His murals can now be found in cities worldwide, and he has showcased his paintings in locations such as Hong Kong and New York. The artist has expressed a commitment to producing work that embodies optimism, believing that the world already has enough negativity.