Lithograph on Rives BFK paper - Sheet: 43 1/4 x 31 1/2 in. (109.8 x 80 cm)
Yue Minjun’s Untitled (Smile-ism No. 9) (2006) is a lithograph that epitomizes his signature surrealism and exploration of human expression. In this work, two large, pale hands form a frame around a small, seated figure, who mirrors the smile and gestures often seen in Minjun’s other self-referential pieces. The hands dominate the foreground, while the figure within the “frame” appears isolated, accentuating a sense of introspection and irony. Known for his exaggerated, laughing self-portraits, Minjun’s work often critiques social and existential themes. The subtle color palette and the expression of the isolated figure evoke a contemplative atmosphere. Printed on Rives BFK paper, the sheet measures 109.8 x 80 cm and is part of a limited edition of 45.
Artwork Copyright © Yue MinjunYue Minjun (China, 1962) is a renowned contemporary artist celebrated for his satirical self-portraits featuring exaggerated laughter. His works, rooted in Cynical Realism, critique societal norms and political issues with humor and irony. Using bold colors and repetitive imagery, Yue’s paintings are iconic representations of post-Tiananmen Chinese art.
Artwork Copyright © Yue MinjunUntitled (Smile-ism No. 9), 2006
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Lithograph on Rives BFK paper - Sheet: 43 1/4 x 31 1/2 in. (109.8 x 80 cm)
Yue Minjun’s Untitled (Smile-ism No. 9) (2006) is a lithograph that epitomizes his signature surrealism and exploration of human expression. In this work, two large, pale hands form a frame around a small, seated figure, who mirrors the smile and gestures often seen in Minjun’s other self-referential pieces. The hands dominate the foreground, while the figure within the “frame” appears isolated, accentuating a sense of introspection and irony. Known for his exaggerated, laughing self-portraits, Minjun’s work often critiques social and existential themes. The subtle color palette and the expression of the isolated figure evoke a contemplative atmosphere. Printed on Rives BFK paper, the sheet measures 109.8 x 80 cm and is part of a limited edition of 45.
Artwork Copyright © Yue MinjunYue Minjun (China, 1962) is a renowned contemporary artist celebrated for his satirical self-portraits featuring exaggerated laughter. His works, rooted in Cynical Realism, critique societal norms and political issues with humor and irony. Using bold colors and repetitive imagery, Yue’s paintings are iconic representations of post-Tiananmen Chinese art.
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Untitled (Smile-ism No. 9), 2006
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