Hyper-realism

What is Hyper-realism?

Hyperrealism is a genre of sculpture and painting that closely resembles high-resolution photographs. It is an evolution of Photorealism and is often applied to an independent art style or movement that became prominent in Europe and the United States in the early 2000s. Hyperrealist artists focus on extreme detail and precision, creating works that are often indistinguishable from real-life images.
Monkey Train (Blue)

Jeff Koons

Monkey Train (Blue), 2007

Limited Edition Print

Silkscreen

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Ice Point from Art and Sport

James Rosenquist

Ice Point from Art and Sport, 1983

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 4,450

Yellow Landing

James Rosenquist

Yellow Landing, 1974

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 11,900

First I need your hand then forever can begin

David LaChapelle

First I need your hand then forever can begin, 2009

Photography

C-Print

USD 11,900

Woman in the Sun

James Rosenquist

Woman in the Sun, 1991

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 4,450

Nuclear Neighborhood

James Rosenquist

Nuclear Neighborhood, 1977

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 3,750

Towel, Star, Sunglasses

James Rosenquist

Towel, Star, Sunglasses, 1977

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 3,750

Self Portrait (2)

Chuck Close

Self Portrait (2), 2012

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 6,760

The Letter Z

Robert Cottingham

The Letter Z, 2001

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 1,350

The Letter Y

Robert Cottingham

The Letter Y, 2001

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 1,350

Figure

Paul Delvaux

Figure, c. 1960-65

Limited Edition Print

Etching

EUR 4,380

Ballon Dogs - set of 3

Jeff Koons

Ballon Dogs - set of 3, 2015 -2017

Sculpture / Object

Porcelain

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Balloon Rabbit (Red)

Jeff Koons

Balloon Rabbit (Red), 2017

Sculpture / Object

Porcelain

EUR 20,000 - 30,000

Seated Ballerina

Jeff Koons

Seated Ballerina, 2015

Sculpture / Object

Wood

EUR 85,000 - 100,000

Where the Water goes (from the Welcome to the water planet)

James Rosenquist

Where the Water goes (from the Welcome to the water planet), 1989

Limited Edition Print

Collage

Inquire For Price

Universal Star Leg

James Rosenquist

Universal Star Leg, 1974

Limited Edition Print

Collage

USD 3,200

Massurrealism

Massurrealism is a portmanteau word coined by American artist James Seehafer in 1992. He observed a trend among postmodern artists who blended themes and aesthetic styles with mass media, including elements of pop art. Massurrealism is a development of surrealism that emphasizes the technological effects on the imagery of contemporary surrealism. The key difference between massurrealism and surrealism is that the latter was founded in Europe at the beginning of the 20th century, while massurrealism is rooted in the influence of modern technology and media.

Authenticity

Authenticity refers to the qualities that define an original artwork as genuine, created by the artist under the original circumstances. A reproduction lacks authenticity because it was not made by the original artist and does not share the same context or creation process. The authenticity of an original artwork can be questioned when reproductions exist, which can diminish its value. Authenticity is often established through provenance, expert analysis, and documentation, ensuring the artwork's originality.

Queer aesthetics

Queer Aesthetics refers to an art movement that emerged in the 1980s, focusing on themes of homosexuality, lesbianism, and broader issues of identity and gender. This movement gained momentum in the context of the AIDS crisis and the feminist movement, challenging traditional representations of sexuality and gender. Queer Aesthetics often explores the fluidity of gender and identity, as seen in the works of artists like Nan Goldin, who is known for her photography of individuals with ambiguous or non-conforming gender presentations.

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