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KAWS — “I do start with familiar things, and that’s primarily to make the work more approachable for people – it’s an entry point."
KAWS

“I do start with familiar things, and that’s primarily to make the work more approachable for people – it’s an entry point."

2014

A large-scale acrylic painting by KAWS featuring his signature reimagined pop culture iconography, rendered in bold, graphic forms and a striking palette that bridges fine art and street culture. The work draws viewers in through its familiarity while simultaneously subverting recognizable imagery with the artist's distinctive crossed-out eyes and cartoon-influenced aesthetic. Fluid yet deliberate brushwork reinforces the tension between accessibility and deeper conceptual inquiry, inviting audiences to move beyond surface recognition into a more layered visual experience.

Medium
acrylic on canvas

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale, Afternoon Session

May 10, 2018

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KAWS, “I do start with familiar things, and that’s primarily to make the work more approachable for people – it’s an entry point.", 2014

A large-scale acrylic painting by KAWS featuring his signature reimagined pop culture iconography, rendered in bold, graphic forms and a striking palette that bridges fine art and street culture. The work draws viewers in through its familiarity while simultaneously subverting recognizable imagery with the artist's distinctive crossed-out eyes and cartoon-influenced aesthetic. Fluid yet deliberate brushwork reinforces the tension between accessibility and deeper conceptual inquiry, inviting audiences to move beyond surface recognition into a more layered visual experience.

Medium
acrylic on canvas
Year
2014
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Figurative Painting, Acrylic On Canvas, Bold Colors, Male Artist, Accessible Art, Street Art Origins, Contemporary Artist, Iconic Characters, American Artist, Pop Art

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Collected by

Alex Capecelatro, Hamilton Selway Gallery