Martin Whatson is renowned for his public murals, canvas paintings, prints, and sculptures that combine intricate grayscale imagery with vibrant graffiti. His subdued depictions of dancers, animals, and art historical figures are enhanced by dynamic, colorful scribbles, creating a layered effect. Whatson began his artistic journey in the 1990s within Oslo's graffiti scene, drawing inspiration from the city's changing landscape to develop his energetic style. His work has been exhibited in cities like Oslo, New York, Paris, London, Tokyo, and Berlin, and he has completed numerous commissioned murals and collaborations with fashion brands.
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Martin Whatson (Norwegian 1984-), 'Angel Mustard', 2013
Lot 241 (Tate Ward @ Artsy - By Collectors For Collectors , 29th Jan, 2025)
Martin Whatson (Norwegian 1984-), 'Angel Mustard', 2013, screenprint in colours on 300gsm Somerset Satin paper, signed and dated in pencil, numbered ... read more
sheet: 70 x 100cm
Sold for £1,250 inc.premium
Martin Whatson (Norwegian 1984-), 'Dancer (Hand Finished)', 2022
Lot 224 (Urban & Contemporary Art, 25th Jun, 2025)
Martin Whatson (Norwegian 1984-), 'Dancer (Hand Finished)', 2022, Woodblock Print and Hand Drawing with paint on Japanese Paper called “Washi”, ... read more
sheet; 45 x 30 cm
Sold for £812 inc.premium
Martin Whatson (Norwegian 1984-), 'Toucan Hand Finished Blue', 2015
Lot 242 (Tate Ward @ Artsy - By Collectors For Collectors , 29th Jan, 2025)
Martin Whatson (Norwegian 1984-), 'Toucan Hand Finished Blue', 2015, hand embellished screenprint on colours on 300gsm Somerset paper, signed, dated, ... read more
sheet: 60 x 60cm
Sold for £1,500 inc.premium
Martin Whatson (Norwegian 1984-), 'Behind The Curtain With Border', 2017
Lot 260 (Urban & Contemporary Art, 18th Sep, 2025)
Martin Whatson (Norwegian 1984-), 'Behind The Curtain With Border', 2017, screenprint in colours on Somerset paper, signed, dated, and inscribed PP ... read more
55.5 x 84.5cm inc frame
Sold for £1,000 inc.premium