Matt GONDEK (1982 - ) after - Lot 173

Matt GONDEK (1982 - ) after Corona, 2020 Color giclée print on paper signed and numbered 32/150 lower right in pencil 80 x 60 cm (on view) Framed A certificate of authenticity will be given to the buyer. NOTICE Matt Gondek (b. 1982) is a contemporary American artist, renowned for his graphic and explosive works, in which he deconstructs icons of popular culture. Originally from Pittsburgh, Gondek is now based in Los Angeles, where he has established himself as one of the leading figures in destructive pop art, a style that revisits famous characters from cartoons, comics and video games, often depicted as exploding, distorting or disintegrating. His work is at the crossroads of urban art, graphic design and digital illustration, which has enabled him to reach a wide audience through exhibitions, brand collaborations and limited editions. Gondek's work is closely linked to the world of street art and contemporary pop art, sharing affinities with artists such as Takashi Murakami, known for his colorful works and characters inspired by the world of manga and anime, and Kaws, who, like Gondek, deconstructs popular culture icons to offer a vision that is both critical and playful. Similarly, Ron English, another pop art figure, explores similar themes by revisiting iconic characters with a subversive approach, making him a close relative in terms of artistic approach. Gondek also follows in the footsteps of artists such as Shepard Fairey, one of the pillars of street art, who uses icons of visual culture to express political or social messages. Although Gondek focuses more on humorous deconstruction and the aesthetics of explosion, he shares with these artists a questioning of the role of images in consumer society. His work, blending dark humor and nostalgia, also evokes the creations of Jeff Koons, who reinterprets objects and symbols of popular culture with an approach that is both critical and ironic. With his bold style and direct references to the world of media, Matt Gondek continues to redefine pop art in the contemporary world, questioning image saturation and the impact of mass culture on our perception of time.