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Julian Opie — This is Shahnoza. 29.
Julian Opie

This is Shahnoza. 29.

2006

"This is Shahnoza. 29." is a characteristic work by British artist Julian Opie, featuring his signature reductive style that distills the human figure into bold outlines and flat areas of color, stripping away detail to capture the essential essence of a portrait. The piece reflects Opie's ongoing exploration of identity and representation, drawing on influences ranging from ancient Egyptian art to modern digital iconography. The numbered title suggests the work is part of a series, inviting viewers to consider how individuality can be conveyed through the most minimal of visual languages.

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

March 9, 2018

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Julian Opie, This is Shahnoza. 29., 2006

"This is Shahnoza. 29." is a characteristic work by British artist Julian Opie, featuring his signature reductive style that distills the human figure into bold outlines and flat areas of color, stripping away detail to capture the essential essence of a portrait. The piece reflects Opie's ongoing exploration of identity and representation, drawing on influences ranging from ancient Egyptian art to modern digital iconography. The numbered title suggests the work is part of a series, inviting viewers to consider how individuality can be conveyed through the most minimal of visual languages.

Year
2006
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Male Artist, Flat Colors, British Artist, Pop Art Influence, Single Figure, Bold Outlines, Pop Art, Modern Era, Figurative Art, Portrait, Contemporary Art, Established Artist, Digital Art, Digital Style, Minimalism

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Melissa Avery