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Yoshitomo Nara Marching On A Butterbur Leaf For Sale
Yoshitomo Nara
Marching On A Butterbur Leaf, 2019
About this work
Yoshitomo Nara's "Marching On A Butterbur Leaf" (2019) exemplifies the Japanese artist's singular ability to channel childhood innocence alongside an undercurrent of quiet rebellion. In this work, Nara depicts one of his signature wide-eyed children perched atop the broad, rounded surface of a butterbur leaf—a plant deeply rooted in Japanese folklore and often associated with protection and resilience. The juxtaposition of the vulnerable yet determined figure against this natural element creates a contemplative tension that has defined Nara's most sought-after pieces. Drawing from his well-documented influences in punk rock and underground music culture, Nara imbues his subjects with an attitude that oscillates between tender introspection and subtle defiance. The child's expression, at once dreamy and resolute, invites viewers into an emotional landscape that transcends cultural boundaries. This universal appeal has positioned Nara among the most significant contemporary artists working today, with his works commanding exceptional results at auction and residing in prestigious institutional collections worldwide. "Marching On A Butterbur Leaf" represents a refined moment in Nara's practice, balancing his characteristic aesthetic with a poetic naturalism that distinguishes it within his broader oeuvre. The work speaks to collectors who recognize both its emotional depth and its enduring relevance within the contemporary art market. For acquisition inquiries regarding this work by Yoshitomo Nara, please contact Guy Hepner in New York.
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Auction History
Marching on a Butterbur Leaf · Yoshitomo Nara · Sotheby's · 2021-05 · $10,066
YOSHITOMO NARA 奈良美智 | MARCHING ON A BUTTERBUR LEAF 乘著款冬葉遊行 · Yoshitomo Nara · Sotheby's · 2020-04 · $927
MARCHING ON A BUTTERBUR LEAF · Yoshitomo Nara · Sotheby's · 2020-04 · $927
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