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by Mark Kostabi
Painting : oil
122 x 76 x 0.4 cm 48 x 29.9 x 0.2 inch
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Hand-signed by artist
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Medium
Painting: oil
Dimensions cm • inch
122 x 76 x 0.4 cm 48 x 29.9 x 0.2 inch Height x Width x Depth
Framing
Black wood frame
Artwork dimensions including frame
126 x 80 x 3 cm 49.6 x 31.5 x 1.2 inch
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Artwork location: Italy
Hand-signed and dated on the lower margin: Kostabi 1994. Dimensions: cm 122 x 76. Frame included.
This contemporary painting is a gloomy representation of an abstract figure hitting a wall. The shadow reflected on the wall has the form of a snake. This artwork is representative of Mark Kostabi's art and his humanoid forms, faceless and timeless figures which over the years will distinguish him more and more and place him as an artist heir to Andy Warhol and De Chirico. Mark Kostabi (b. 1960) is an American painter and composer. In 1988, he founded the “Kostabi World”, his gallery-study room in New York.
His paintings always include references to other artworks and human figures without faces, outside the space-time dimension, reminiscent of De Chirico’s mannequins. Mark Kostabi has more than 160 solo exhibitions set up all over the world; his works are present in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art, Metropolitan Museum, Brooklin Museum, Corcoran Gallery of Art and at the Groningen museum in the Netherlands.
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Mark Kostabi, born on November 27, 1960, in Los Angeles, California, is a multifaceted American artist known for his distinct style characterized by faceless figures set in surrealistic landscapes. Raised in Whittier, California, Kostabi pursued his passion for art at California State University, Fullerton, where he studied drawing and painting before relocating to New York City in 1982.
Upon arriving in New York, Kostabi quickly immersed himself in the vibrant East Village art scene, becoming a prominent figure by 1984. His work often delves into contemporary political, social, and psychological issues, drawing inspiration from artists like Giorgio De Chirico and Fernand Léger. Despite his influences, Kostabi's art maintains a unique and innovative perspective, reflecting his own interpretations and critiques of the modern world.
Kostabi's artistic process is unconventional, as he delegates the conceptualization and execution of his paintings to a team of assistants. This approach allows him to focus on marketing and self-promotion, leading to his controversial media persona. His studio, Kostabi World, based in downtown Manhattan, serves as a hub for creativity and collaboration, challenging traditional notions of authorship in the art world.
Throughout his career, Kostabi's work has garnered international recognition, with exhibitions held in galleries across the United States, Japan, Germany, and Australia. His pieces are featured in prestigious collections, including the Museum of Modern Art, the Guggenheim Museum, and the National Gallery of Modern Art in Rome.
In addition to his fine art endeavors, Kostabi has made significant contributions to popular culture, designing album covers for renowned musicians such as Guns N' Roses and The Ramones. His diverse portfolio extends to commercial projects, including collaborations with brands like Swatch and Alessi.
Beyond his artistic achievements, Kostabi's influence extends to literature and academia, with his media persona and unconventional approach to art critiqued and analyzed in various sociological and cultural studies. Currently, Kostabi divides his time between New York City and Rome, where he continues to push the boundaries of contemporary art through his thought-provoking creations and dynamic collaborations with other artists.
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