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Jorge Ruiz-Martinez
Mid-Century Art Deco Minimalism Black & White Japan Geisha Latin Artist Signed

2021

$2,300
£1,756.04
€2,029.09
CA$3,228.76
A$3,598.79
CHF 1,888.16
MX$43,947.15
NOK 23,908.26
SEK 22,596.94
DKK 15,143.97

About the Item

'Ode to Mineko Iwasaki (1970s Japanese Geisha)' is an original charcoal drawing by the American artist Jorge Ruiz-Martinez. The artist works in an art deco style, imagining graceful figures in historic costume through that stylized lens. Art Deco architecture and graphic design took hold in the United States and Europe during the first part of the 20th century and came to be the iconic style of the metropolis and modernity. Ruiz-Martinez's drawings, though more stylized and simplified, recall the fashion images of Art Deco master Erté who likewise presented single elegant figures in resplendent costume. This example is of course an ode to the Japanese Geisha Mineko Iwasaki. Iwasaki was the most famous geisha in Japan until her sudden retirement at the age of 29. She was known for her performances, her celebrity and royalty during her geisha life. Artwork Size: 24 x 18 inches Frame Size: 27 x 21 inches Signed and dated lower right. Title, medium, artist, date and signature on reverse of paper.  Presented in a black finish wood frame provided by the artist. Artist Bio: Jorge Ruiz-Martinez is a Cuban-born artist. He received training in architecture, engineering and the visual arts. He began his career in the furniture industry in Europe and developed a passion for design. The artist has a strong interest in fashion and a desire to bring social issues to life.
  • Creator:
    Jorge Ruiz-Martinez (1963, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2021
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)
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  • Framing:
    Frame Included
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Milwaukee, WI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 12778c1stDibs: LU605313564462

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