Dr Lakra | Untitled, #4, 2008 — available on Composition Gallery

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Edition of 50 - Signed and numbered in pencil by the artist - Published by Poligrafa Obra Grafica,Barcelona, Spain, on Guarro Paper - In excellent condition

Untitled #4 by Dr. Lakra, a 2008 etching on Guarro paper, showcases a vibrant collection of tattoo-inspired images set against an aged background. This limited edition print, published by Poligrafa Obra Grafica in Barcelona, includes a variety of iconic tattoo motifs. Featured figures include stylized pin-up women in provocative poses, a butterfly, a red devil, a boomerang, and a grinning demon face, all rendered in sepia and red tones. The whimsical yet dark composition, accented by text and symbols, reflects Dr. Lakra's fascination with traditional tattoo aesthetics, blending sensuality, humor, and the macabre. The arrangement of each element conveys a narrative that hints at themes of desire, rebellion, and danger, encapsulating Dr. Lakra's unique approach to cultural iconography and subculture.

Dr. Lakra (Mexico, 1972), born Jerónimo López Ramírez, is a contemporary artist renowned for his tattoo-inspired art. He transforms vintage illustrations, anatomical prints, and found objects by overlaying them with bold, graphic designs. His works explore themes of identity, culture, and the body, blending traditional tattoo aesthetics with fine art.

Dr Lakra

Untitled, #4, 2008

Name: Untitled, #4, 2008
SKU: 8017
Price: 2500.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

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Etching

EtchingEtching is a technique where a design is created on a metal surface by using a strong acid or mordant to eat away the unprotected parts of the metal, leaving the desired pattern in relief (intaglio). In modern art and manufacturing, different chemicals may be used depending on the material being etched.

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In this modern society, people are focusing on the material, not the spiritual.

- Dr. Lakra

Dr. Lakra (b. 1972, Mexico) is the pseudonym of Jerónimo López Ramírez, a Mexican artist renowned for his distinctive style that blends tattoo art with traditional and contemporary iconography. Originally a tattoo artist, Dr. Lakra’s work has expanded into various mediums, including drawing, painting, and sculpture, where he often reinterprets classic images from popular culture, religious art, and indigenous Mexican traditions. His art is known for its provocative, humorous, and sometimes macabre elements, as he frequently embellishes vintage photographs, magazine covers, and found objects with tattoo-like designs. Dr. Lakra’s work explores themes of identity, mortality, and cultural hybridity, challenging conventional ideas of beauty and the boundaries between high and low art. His work has been exhibited internationally, including at the Tate Modern in London and the Museum of Modern Art in New York, making him a prominent figure in the global contemporary art scene

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Untitled, #4, 2008

56.2 x 76.2 cm

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