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The Year Of The Super Power Rat Gold Leaf Silkscreen Print by Miss Bugs Hand-Pulled on Hahnemühle Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Artwork. 2008 Signed & Numbered HPM Hand-Embellished Spray Paint Gold Leaf Limited Edition of 30 Artwork Size 19.7x24 Silkscreen Print. Super Girl Minor Handling Creases to Left and Right Bottom & Mid Far Left Margins. Embellishing Street Art with Gold Leaf Miss Bugs, the enigmatic artist whose work straddles street pop art and graffiti, crafted a riveting series 2008 titled "The Year Of The Super Power Rat." This limited edition silkscreen print series is a striking example of the fusion between traditional printmaking techniques and contemporary street art sensibilities. Each piece in this collection is meticulously hand-pulled on Hahnemühle fine art paper, a testament to the artist's dedication to quality and craftsmanship. What sets "The Year Of The Super Power Rat" apart is the lavish use of gold leaf, which brings an element of luxury to the otherwise gritty domain of street art. This hand-embellished, hand-pulled silkscreen print series is limited to thirty pieces, intricately detailed and numbered by the artist. The inclusion of gold leaf in street art is a bold move by Miss Bugs, elevating the work from the brief to the eternal, from the urban to the exquisite. The Fusion of Pop Art Imagery and Graffiti Technique In "The Year Of The Super Power Rat," Miss Bugs delves into the symbolism of power and resilience, traits often associated with the eponymous rodent in cultural lore. The series reflects a year marked by these characteristics, with the superhero motif serving as a metaphor for the extraordinary capabilities within the ordinary. Miss Bugs' choice of materials—spray paint and gold leaf—on Hahnemühle fine art paper, traditionally reserved for more 'refined' art forms, blurs the lines between high art and street art, between the fleeting and the permanent. The exclusivity of the series, with only thirty pieces in existence, is a nod to the collector's desire to own something unique. Each artwork, sized at 19.7x24 inches, is an intimate canvas for Miss Bugs' layered visual storytelling. The limited edition nature of "The Year Of The Super Power Rat" assures that each piece is not just a fragment of street pop art but a collectible artifact that captures a moment in the evolving narrative of contemporary art. Miss Bugs' Contribution to Modern Street Art Miss Bugs' work, notably this series, contributes significantly to the dialogue surrounding modern street art. The artist challenges preconceived notions of what street art can embody by integrating elements like a gold leaf into the traditionally rebellious medium of spray paint and stenciling. "The Year Of The Super Power Rat" is a powerful example of how street pop art can be grand and accessible, both impermanent in its urban roots and lasting in its artistic statement. "The Year Of The Super Power Rat" by Miss Bugs is a profound piece within the spectrum of street pop art and graffiti artwork. Its hand-pulled silkscreen technique adorned with gold leaf on fine art paper stands as a testament to the innovation and artistry of Miss Bugs. This series captures the imagination with its visual splendor and encapsulates the transformative power of art as it moves from the street corners to the hallowed walls of collectors and connoisseurs.

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Expedition Hope Ultrachrome Giclee Print by Dulk- Antonio Segura Donat Artwork Limited Edition Print on Deckled 320gsm Textured Cotton Fine Art Paper Graffiti Pop Street Artist. 2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 140 Artwork Size 19.7x25.6 Hand Deckled Fine-art Glicée Ultrachrome print on 320 gr Fine Art textured cotton paper "With this project, I want your support and raise funds to publish my second book, Dulk- Antonio Segura Donat, The Art of Antonio Segura. In this book, I would like to show all the works that I produced from 2017 to 2022, but not only that. Here, you will find the true essence of myself as an artist. My inspiration sources are the photographs of my travels worldwide to live nature firsthand, the creativity and sketch process behind my work, and the final artwork. The complete book until the date where you will find sketches, paintings, sculptures, murals, museum exhibitions, and my biggest, most recent and exciting project, the main "Falla" of Valencia." -Dulk- Antonio Segura Donat A Journey Through Nature and Imagination "Expedition Hope" by Dulk (Antonio Segura Donat) is a visually captivating Ultrachrome giclée print that is a vibrant testament to the artist's creative journey and commitment to environmental themes. Released in 2022 as a limited edition of 140, each signed and numbered by the artist, this work exemplifies the intricate detail and vivid storytelling characteristic of Dulk's. Printed on 320gsm textured cotton fine art paper with hand-deckled edges, "Expedition Hope" is a fine art piece that bridges the gap between the natural world and fantastical realms, a hallmark of Dulk's style. The artwork, measuring 19.7x25.6 inches, showcases a surreal landscape where the maritime and terrestrial converge, inhabited by diverse creatures that seem to defy the laws of nature. Dulk's artistry is rooted in his experiences traveling the globe, where he gathers inspiration from the wonders of nature and the diverse wildlife he encounters. These real-world elements are then reimagined through his vivid imagination, resulting in works that are both an homage to the natural world and a commentary on its fragility. Environmentalism in Street Pop Art "Expedition Hope" is not merely an aesthetic endeavor; it carries an environmental message that aligns with the ethos of contemporary street pop art and graffiti artwork. The print's title suggests a narrative of exploration and conservation, echoing Dulk's passion for raising awareness about preserving our planet's ecosystems. The artwork invites the viewer to embark on a visual expedition, encouraging contemplation of humanity's role in safeguarding the diversity of life. Artistic Contribution and Impact Dulk's work, including "Expedition Hope," reflects his multifaceted approach to art, encompassing sketches, paintings, sculptures, murals, and museum exhibitions. This piece, in particular, introduces his upcoming book, which aims to capture the full spectrum of his artistic practice from 2017 to 2022. In this book, Dulk intends to reveal the essence of his artistic identity, sharing his finished works and the creative processes behind them—from initial inspirations and photographs to sketches and ideation phases. His commitment to chronicling his artistic evolution offers insight into his conceptual development and the depth of his engagement with his subjects. Dulk's "Expedition Hope" is a remarkable addition to the street pop art and graffiti art field, encapsulating the artist's dedication to craft, storytelling, and environmental activism. The print is a snapshot of Dulk's artistic journey and a beacon of hope, embodying the power of art to inspire change and reflect the beauty of the natural world. Through this and other works, Dulk leaves an indelible mark on contemporary art, inviting viewers to join him in his mission to celebrate and protect the environment.

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Smiley Days with Ms. Flower to You! 8-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Takashi Murakami TM/KK Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. 2020 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 100 Artwork Size 19.7x19.7 Rare Takashi Murakami TM/KK Ms. Mr. Rainbow Flower Silkscreen Print Artwork. Small handling bumps to the left/right lower corner, small bump to the upper right corner. Takashi Murakami's Smiley Days with Ms. Flower to You!: Flattened Joy in Pop Art Precision Takashi Murakami’s Smiley Days with Ms. Flower to You! encapsulates his signature blend of cheerful imagery, cultural layering, and ultra-clean graphic execution. Created in 2020 as an 8-color hand-pulled silkscreen print, this limited edition of 100 works stands at 19.7 x 19.7 inches and is signed and numbered by the artist. The artwork features the instantly recognizable flower motif with alternating petal colors and an exaggerated smile across the central face. What appears at first to be a playful, almost childlike symbol of joy is, in Murakami’s visual language, a deeply coded cultural artifact that questions the nature of happiness, identity, and image saturation in the contemporary world. The symmetrical structure and bold outlines suggest cartoon aesthetics, yet Murakami’s execution is far from spontaneous. Every curve, gradient, and color choice is calculated to reinforce a sense of artificial perfection. The smiling flower character, often mistaken for simplistic pop decoration, emerges from a broader lineage of Japanese visual culture—including Edo-period painting, kawaii consumer goods, and the hyper-saturated imagery of anime and manga. By distilling all of these elements into a single figure, Murakami has produced a contemporary symbol that functions across cultures and commercial systems. Superflat Theory and the Deconstruction of Depth Murakami’s Smiley Days with Ms. Flower to You! is a direct application of his Superflat philosophy, which merges traditional Japanese aesthetics with the shallow perspective of digital-age visual consumption. The flatness in this print is not merely stylistic but ideological. It represents a collapse of distinction between fine art and mass media, high culture and consumer object. The lack of depth in the flower’s face, along with the pristine uniformity of the petals, draws attention to how culture packages emotion and sells it as aesthetic surface. Rather than invite introspection through complexity, Murakami’s print bombards the viewer with immediate, digestible visual pleasure. But that sensory overload is deceptive. The flower’s manic grin—framed by perfectly arranged petals in pastel and neon hues—suggests an almost disturbing insistence on happiness. It becomes a symbol not of actual emotional expression but of imposed positivity. The eyes, colored with soft gradients and cartoon sparkle, recall the exaggerated features of anime mascots but also serve as hollow portals in an otherwise flattened identity. Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork Rendered with Surgical Cleanliness Though not rooted in traditional graffiti practice, Murakami’s work has been deeply influential in the evolution of Street Pop Art. He merges the visual appeal of mass-produced graphic design with the thematic subversions common in graffiti. The flower motif, while seemingly benign, has appeared on luxury fashion collaborations, vinyl toys, and fine art prints alike, highlighting how symbols circulate between subculture and commerce. Murakami’s deliberate use of commercial channels does not dilute his message—it amplifies it. The print’s pristine execution and wide appeal comment on the mechanisms of art as commodity, without needing to stage rebellion through messiness or illegality. The silkscreen process used in this edition aligns with Murakami’s obsession with perfection. Each color layer is meticulously printed, ensuring consistency and uniform saturation, mimicking the effect of digital art but with the tangible value of a handmade print. This duality—the tactile reality of traditional craft paired with the aesthetics of digital media—reinforces the thematic content of the flower itself: joy as production, identity as design, emotion as product. Murakami’s Smiley Days with Ms. Flower to You! ultimately operates as both a visual balm and a conceptual warning. In Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork, surface often holds as much power as meaning, and Murakami leverages that to brilliant, unsettling effect. The flower smiles because it must. Its joy is performative, its beauty standardized—and in that, it holds a mirror to the world that created it.

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