Javier Calleja

Floating

€1,600

Artwork

Edition of 250

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In Javier Calleja’s daydream a whimsical character floats, detached from reality.

Floating sees a carefree figure suspended in the air. Blushing, with hands shyly in their pockets, they innocently yet mischievously look towards a single daisy perched on their head. Pink bubble letters add to the lightness of the scene, completing the composition. Originally drawn in pencil, Calleja’s soft use of colour lends a dream-like quality to his snapshot of the limitless possibilities of youth.

The print is a 15 colour engrave, using 4 photopolymer etching plates with a final colour applied by hand by the printmaker. The artisanal production process will begin as soon the draw for the edition is held, and will take 16-20 weeks.

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Dimensions

Unframed: 56cm x 43cm

Framed: 62cm x 49cm x 3cm

Paper size: 56 x 43 cm / Image size: 30.5 x 22.5 cm

Framing

Prints can be ordered float-mounted in one of three framing options.

Medium

15 colour engrave with a 4 photopolymer etching plates process on digitally printed background on 65gsm Shin Inbe paper. Mounted on 290gsm Fabriano Tiepolo paper, with a final colour applied by hand by the printmaker.

Authentication

Signed and numbered by the artist (bottom corners).

Certificate of Authenticity

Arrives with a certificate of authenticity.

Release date

April 30, 2024

Payment

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Behind the scenes

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Javier Calleja looking towards the camera

Javier Calleja10 collaborationsCalleja’s work is equally sarcastic as it is sensitive. His portraits depict stylised figures with exaggerated heads and big, melting eyes, reminiscent of Manga or Anime characters. Scrawled across their t-shirts, phrases like “FUCK YOU ALL” undercut their apparent cutesy innocence. Facial features with perfectly merged gradients are contrasted by flat, single-colour backgrounds and loose line-work that illustrates their bodies. The artist also translates his painted figures into fibreglass sculptures that, with their uncanny animated style and manufactured finish, evoke the works of contemporary artists such as KAWS and Yoshitomo Nara - or indeed a lonely Playmobil toy. This constant strand of irony underpins Calleja’s oeuvre, bringing a sharp edge to the alluring simplicity of his aesthetic.

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Reviews from Avant collectors

Expertly packaged & printed. We be getting it properly framed to hang. Thank you!
Review of Actual Size
packaging was best I’ve ever had when ordering a print. love the gloves!!
Review of Interior: Red Couch and Landscape
perfect customer service! thank you
Review of Untitled
the packaging was amazing.
Review of Actual Size
Absolutely gorgeous! I have admired Danielle McKinney's work and Shelter is exceptionally beautiful. The colors, the texture - I was delighted when I opened the box. The frame and floating presentation is also perfectly matched to the beauty of the piece. Also, well done on the shipping - it came thoroughly protected. Thank you!
Review of Shelter
I am impressed how piece be packed and delivered. Thank you.
Review of Minority Rules
much better than rxpected. the print is high quality and the packaging professional
Review of La Nascita
the item was some of the most professional packing i have seen outside of a museum. exceptionally well packed
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