
“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
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale, Afternoon Session
May 10, 2018
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