Takashi Murakami

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About the artwork

Murakami's work is deeply rooted in the visual language of anime and manga, particularly their stylized characters, vibrant colours, and flat, graphic style. The smiling flower motifs, with their simplified faces and cheerful expressions, directly reflect this influence. The "Superflat" aesthetic itself, which is central to the "Flower Ball" series, is a direct reference to the flattened perspective and two-dimensional imagery found in anime and manga.

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.