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About the artwork
This striking work by Takashi Murakami explores the dichotomy of joy and terror, as illustrated through the contrast between the numerous beaming flowers and skulls interspersed throughout the work. Both oppositional and parallel, these two symbols are reminders of the fragile vibrancy of life and the inexorable passage of time, while reinforcing the macabre undercurrent of the work is the word “Hollow” that dominates the canvas. A cultural entrepreneur and critical observer of contemporary Japanese society, Murakami moves freely within an ever-expanding field of aesthetic issues and cultural inspirations.
About the artist
Born in Tokyo in 1962, Takashi Murakami is a globally celebrated Japanese artist who masterfully dismantles the barriers between fine art and commercial culture. He coined the term 'Superflat' to define his vibrant, boundary-blurring aesthetic, reflecting both traditional Japanese art and the complexities of post-war Japanese society. Murakami's influential works have captivated audiences worldwide, gracing the halls of prestigious institutions like the Guggenheim Bilbao, MoCA Los Angeles, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.