IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR....THINK "OUTSIDE OF THE BOX" AND CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING GIFTS, ARTISTS, AND IDEAS FROM ARTSPACE:
Kate Shepherd's brief training in architecture is evident in her art, which employs geometry and perspective to create bold illusions of depth and space. Structure and her affinity for formalism and minimalism informs much of her work. Mastering linear perspective, Shepherd produces illusions of three-dimensional forms by superimposing many vibrant two-dimensional lines. In many of her paintings and prints, Shepherd uses gradients of blocks of colors to form striking and rhythmic compositions, which vibrate with visual energy. In her sculpture and more monochromatic work, Shepherd achieves a fragmented sense of collapsed geometry. She is known for her mastery of optical intrigue and the psychology of space.
This beach towel designed by John Baldessari is part of the Art Production Fund’s WOW (Works on Whatever) series, for which artists are commissioned to design functional objects with proceeds benefitting the APF's adventurous programming.
Series B Service, 1912
Frosted crystal with black bronzite decór
Liqueur tumbler, 3 inches, $240
Water Tumbler, 4 inches, $265
Wine glass, 5 inches, $300
Champagne cup, 4 inches, $320
Hoffmann’s elegant designs utilize both abstract and geometric shapes, and he is noted for his successful adaptation to stylistic changes in European art, architecture, and design throughout his lifetime. Early on, Hoffmann’s work was profoundly influenced by Otto Wagner (who he studied under at the Vienna Academy), and like his mentor, Hoffmann produced projects envisioned as Gesamtkunstwerke, or total works of art. These cohesive compositions integrated architecture and interior design, and Hoffmann therefore produced a wide range of objects and furniture, for which he continues to be known today.
Hoffmann’s elegant designs utilize both abstract and geometric shapes, and he is noted for his successful adaptation to stylistic changes in European art, architecture, and design throughout his lifetime. Early on, Hoffmann’s work was profoundly influenced by Otto Wagner (who he studied under at the Vienna Academy), and like his mentor, Hoffmann produced projects envisioned as Gesamtkunstwerke, or total works of art. These cohesive compositions integrated architecture and interior design, and Hoffmann therefore produced a wide range of objects and furniture, for which he continues to be known today.
Brillo Box POUF White
2012
Silk screen printed spray coated polyurethane foam block
15 X 15 X 15 inches
$399
A delightful riff on Andy Warhol’s breakthrough sculptures of 1964, Brillo Box Pouf in white is a plush utilitarian object created by Quinze & Milan in partnership with The Andy Warhol Foundation. Featuring Warhol’s original artwork, the Pouf is dynamic and accessible, equally suited for display and home use.
A delightful riff on Andy Warhol’s breakthrough sculptures of 1964, Brillo Box Pouf in white is a plush utilitarian object created by Quinze & Milan in partnership with The Andy Warhol Foundation. Featuring Warhol’s original artwork, the Pouf is dynamic and accessible, equally suited for display and home use.
Cowboy and Indian (Candle)
Perfumed candle in porcelain pot
3 x 3 x 3 inches
$50
Basquiat’s work is known for its primitivist motives, combining anatomical diagrams, commercial art, Black pop cultural history and figures, charged phrases and words, and representations of the body in an emotional and psychologically explosive admixture. His employment of bright colors and his vibrant line drawings brought to vibrant life on canvas his experiences in the urban landscapes. In addition to traditional canvas painting, Basquiat often painted and drew on assemblage surfaces such as wood constructions, cardboard, aluminum, punching bags, and so on. In one of his best-known works, his 1982 oil and crayon painting Cabeza, Basquiat depicts a central figure in black against a cadmium yellow and orange field. The figure is label in white crayon “AOPKHES,” a name of uncertain meaning that re-appears in many of his paintings. Tied with zigzagging cord to a larger frame, the image looks at once, and similar to most of his pieces, like a symbol, a portrait, and an object whose meaning is not fully comprehensible in translation.
Basquiat’s work is known for its primitivist motives, combining anatomical diagrams, commercial art, Black pop cultural history and figures, charged phrases and words, and representations of the body in an emotional and psychologically explosive admixture. His employment of bright colors and his vibrant line drawings brought to vibrant life on canvas his experiences in the urban landscapes. In addition to traditional canvas painting, Basquiat often painted and drew on assemblage surfaces such as wood constructions, cardboard, aluminum, punching bags, and so on. In one of his best-known works, his 1982 oil and crayon painting Cabeza, Basquiat depicts a central figure in black against a cadmium yellow and orange field. The figure is label in white crayon “AOPKHES,” a name of uncertain meaning that re-appears in many of his paintings. Tied with zigzagging cord to a larger frame, the image looks at once, and similar to most of his pieces, like a symbol, a portrait, and an object whose meaning is not fully comprehensible in translation.
Table Linens
(10)19 x 19 inches each
100% cotton napkins
$148
Kate Shepherd's brief training in architecture is evident in her art, which employs geometry and perspective to create bold illusions of depth and space. Structure and her affinity for formalism and minimalism informs much of her work. Mastering linear perspective, Shepherd produces illusions of three-dimensional forms by superimposing many vibrant two-dimensional lines. In many of her paintings and prints, Shepherd uses gradients of blocks of colors to form striking and rhythmic compositions, which vibrate with visual energy. In her sculpture and more monochromatic work, Shepherd achieves a fragmented sense of collapsed geometry. She is known for her mastery of optical intrigue and the psychology of space.
A set of ten cloth table napkins designed by artist Kate Shepherd, whose vibrant enamel and oil works are referenced in the various compositions and colors. Bold and contrasting shades overlap to create exquisite and nuanced arrangements.
I Am Become Death, Shatterer of Worlds Bone China Plate
Bone china, set of 6
10.6 inches each
$160
Reminiscent of both Damien Hirst’s butterfly prints and spin paintings, I Am Become Death, Shatterer of Worlds Bone China Plates features a composition that uses the insect’s diaphanous wings like mosaic tiles in a kaleidoscopic arrangement that mimics the color spectrum of the “spin” piece Beautiful, amore, gasp, eyes going into the top of the head and fluttering painting. Produced for the occasion of Hirst’s 2012 exhibition at the Tate Modern, this collection of plates recalls themes of death, beauty and universal harmony.
Reminiscent of both Damien Hirst’s butterfly prints and spin paintings, I Am Become Death, Shatterer of Worlds Bone China Plates features a composition that uses the insect’s diaphanous wings like mosaic tiles in a kaleidoscopic arrangement that mimics the color spectrum of the “spin” piece Beautiful, amore, gasp, eyes going into the top of the head and fluttering painting. Produced for the occasion of Hirst’s 2012 exhibition at the Tate Modern, this collection of plates recalls themes of death, beauty and universal harmony.
FEAR/YOW
2009/2010
126 x 72 inches
INTO THE ABYSS
2014
12 X 17 inches
EDITION OF 50
$100
This digital photograph is characteristic of Achraf Baznani’s profoundly surreal, existential art. Here, a miniature man—perhaps the artist himself—appears walking along a tightrope, a pair of scissors and a thread about to cut or burn through the cord. An Artspace Edition, Into the Abysswas produced in multiple sizes in editions of 100, 50, and 10, respectively from the smallest size to the largest. As seen in Musée Magazine.
This digital photograph is characteristic of Achraf Baznani’s profoundly surreal, existential art. Here, a miniature man—perhaps the artist himself—appears walking along a tightrope, a pair of scissors and a thread about to cut or burn through the cord. An Artspace Edition, Into the Abysswas produced in multiple sizes in editions of 100, 50, and 10, respectively from the smallest size to the largest. As seen in Musée Magazine.
2014
Book
$69
A landmark appreciation of this towering figure in contemporary painting. A leading world expert on Katz, distinguished New York art critic Carter Ratcliff writes the definitive, comprehensive Survey, following Katz’s work from the 1950s to the present. In the Interview New York-based curator and critic Robert Storr discusses in detail with the artist his practice and technique in the context of a changing art world. Curator Iwona Blazwick enters in her Focus the silent world ofSylvia (1962-63), a classic Katz portrait that resonates with the urban landscape occupied by both artist and sitter. For Artist’s Choice Katz has selected nine works by New York School Poets, all of whom share a particular, often personal connection to his work. Artist’s Writings range from an early text from 1959 on Katz’s dislike of the term ‘academy’ to a recent text that reflects on his beginnings as an artist. Key interviews with some of the of the twentieth century’s most prestigious art figures – including critic David Sylvester and artists Francesco Clemente, Jane Freilicher and Richard Prince – are also included.
A landmark appreciation of this towering figure in contemporary painting. A leading world expert on Katz, distinguished New York art critic Carter Ratcliff writes the definitive, comprehensive Survey, following Katz’s work from the 1950s to the present. In the Interview New York-based curator and critic Robert Storr discusses in detail with the artist his practice and technique in the context of a changing art world. Curator Iwona Blazwick enters in her Focus the silent world ofSylvia (1962-63), a classic Katz portrait that resonates with the urban landscape occupied by both artist and sitter. For Artist’s Choice Katz has selected nine works by New York School Poets, all of whom share a particular, often personal connection to his work. Artist’s Writings range from an early text from 1959 on Katz’s dislike of the term ‘academy’ to a recent text that reflects on his beginnings as an artist. Key interviews with some of the of the twentieth century’s most prestigious art figures – including critic David Sylvester and artists Francesco Clemente, Jane Freilicher and Richard Prince – are also included.
This is Me, Pillowcases
2014
Set of two; standard size 100% cotton; machine washable
$80
David Shrigley is an artist and illustrator best known for his mordantly humorous cartoons. Self-branded as an outsider in the art world, Shrigley is known for making flat compositions that take on the inconsequential, the bizarre, and the disquieting elements of everyday life. Like the musings of a very wise child displaying the wit and humor of a seasoned observer of the adult world, his illustrations feature crossed-out words, scribbled, uneven lines, and darkly funny aphorisms about the world.
This pillowcase set by David Shrigley features two identical pillowcases featuring a double-sided print. On one side, a small bird says "This is me," and on the other side it says, "This is also me." Sweet, funny, and dry, This Is Me exemplifies the strong sense of humor and simple style characteristic of the Scottish artist.
David Shrigley is an artist and illustrator best known for his mordantly humorous cartoons. Self-branded as an outsider in the art world, Shrigley is known for making flat compositions that take on the inconsequential, the bizarre, and the disquieting elements of everyday life. Like the musings of a very wise child displaying the wit and humor of a seasoned observer of the adult world, his illustrations feature crossed-out words, scribbled, uneven lines, and darkly funny aphorisms about the world.
This pillowcase set by David Shrigley features two identical pillowcases featuring a double-sided print. On one side, a small bird says "This is me," and on the other side it says, "This is also me." Sweet, funny, and dry, This Is Me exemplifies the strong sense of humor and simple style characteristic of the Scottish artist.
Beach Towel
2013
70 X 60 inches
$95
This beach towel designed by John Baldessari is part of the Art Production Fund’s WOW (Works on Whatever) series, for which artists are commissioned to design functional objects with proceeds benefitting the APF's adventurous programming.
Drinking Glass
2011
(6) 5 X 3 inches
$65
Laurel Nakadate’s videos, photographs, and sculptures challenge conventional notions of propriety, volition, and gender roles. The complicated spectacles she constructs with male strangers walk a thin line between voluntary embarrassment and exploitation. A set of six water glasses, inscribed with the simple word “TEARS,” Laurel Nakadate’s Drinking Glass (2011) turn a simple object into a ritualistic vessel. Filled with sadness and potency, like much of Nakadate’s work, they occupy a liminal space between empathy and sadism.
one lump or three
2013
set of three ceramic vases
8 x 5 inches, 8 x 6 inches, 9 x 4 inches
Edition of 35
$3,000
Her first foray into the ceramic arts, one lump or three perfectly blends Amy Sillman’s acclaimed, quirky, and wry painting style with pottery. Sillman executed this delightful limited edition on the occasion of her first museum survey, which was staged in 2013 at Boston’s ICA. Here, the off-kilter, organic shapes of the vases are in dialogue with the cartoonish illustrations. Based on drawings from 2012 and in her lighthearted signature style, the red abstract shapes take on ball-like qualities, while the elongated limbs—an arm here and a leg there—extend around the vessels, humorously stretching from front to back.
L.A. Rays Sunglasses Tortoise and Red
Edition of 200
2 X 5 1/2 inches
$200
These limited edition sunglasses were created as a collaboration between artist Barbara Kruger and Freeway Eyewear. Kruger’s work is universally known for its bold, eye-catching design, and philosophical themes. Her iconic text “Your gaze hits the side of my face” appears across the arm of the L.A. RAYS style sunglasses by Freeway. This phrase first appeared in her 1981 artwork next to the profile of an anonymous classical bust. Presented on sunglasses, the wearer transforms into both a voyeur and an object—a play on themes of looking, power, and gaze. The Kruger L.A. RAYS are available in four styles.
Large Spot Clock
13.7 inch diameter
White powder-coated metal case, metal back German Quartz movement
$700
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