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Tsuyoshi Maekawa — Japanese artist Tsuyoshi Maekawa joined the influential Gutai group in 1962, after years of mentorship from the group’s renowned founder Jiro Yoshihara. As a second generation Gutai follower, Maekawa continued the artistic pursuit of originality, relying creatively on the group’s manifesto which declares to “Do something no one else has ever done before!” Though devoid of a performative quality, the present lot,
Tsuyoshi Maekawa

Japanese artist Tsuyoshi Maekawa joined the influential Gutai group in 1962, after years of mentorship from the group’s renowned founder Jiro Yoshihara. As a second generation Gutai follower, Maekawa continued the artistic pursuit of originality, relying creatively on the group’s manifesto which declares to “Do something no one else has ever done before!” Though devoid of a performative quality, the present lot,

Tsuyoshi Maekawa's mixed media and oil work exemplifies the radical spirit of the Gutai movement, showcasing his bold commitment to material experimentation and artistic innovation. True to the group's pioneering manifesto, Maekawa pushes the boundaries of traditional painting by incorporating unconventional materials into the canvas surface, creating a richly textured composition that challenges conventional definitions of art-making. Housed in the artist's own frame, this work stands as a testament to Maekawa's dedication to originality as a second-generation member of one of Japan's most groundbreaking avant-garde movements.

Medium
mixed media and oil on canvas, in artist's frame
Spotted At
Auction House · Phillips

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

May 10, 2016

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1967 G 80-2

1967 G 80-2

1967

Work A-42

Work A-42

1963

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Tsuyoshi Maekawa, Japanese artist Tsuyoshi Maekawa joined the influential Gutai group in 1962, after years of mentorship from the group’s renowned founder Jiro Yoshihara. As a second generation Gutai follower, Maekawa continued the artistic pursuit of originality, relying creatively on the group’s manifesto which declares to “Do something no one else has ever done before!” Though devoid of a performative quality, the present lot,

Tsuyoshi Maekawa's mixed media and oil work exemplifies the radical spirit of the Gutai movement, showcasing his bold commitment to material experimentation and artistic innovation. True to the group's pioneering manifesto, Maekawa pushes the boundaries of traditional painting by incorporating unconventional materials into the canvas surface, creating a richly textured composition that challenges conventional definitions of art-making. Housed in the artist's own frame, this work stands as a testament to Maekawa's dedication to originality as a second-generation member of one of Japan's most groundbreaking avant-garde movements.

Medium
mixed media and oil on canvas, in artist's frame
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Abstract Art, Gutai Group, 20th Century, Textural Work, Male Artist, Post-War Art, Mixed Media, Avant-Garde, Japanese Artist, Second Generation Gutai, Earth Tones, Textured Surface, Oil on Canvas

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