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Javier CallejaJAVIER CALLEJA - HEADS Limited edition Sculpture Modern Anime Design2021
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JAVIER CALLEJA - HEADS
Date of creation: 2021
Medium: Sculpture made of PVC and glass
Edition: 1000
Size: 30 x 13.9 x 12.6 cm
Condition: In mint condition, brand new and never framed
The limited edition Heads by Javier Calleja presents a unique piece in which the artist plays with the structure of a tower formed by five heads, stacked vertically. Each head features a simple yet expressive design, characteristic of Calleja’s style, which includes exaggerated features and large, bright eyes, creating a sense of innocence and vulnerability. Though the heads are not connected to bodies, they convey deep emotional impact through their expressions and shapes, establishing an immediate connection with the viewer.
What stands out in this work is the interaction between the heads. While they appear disconnected, their vertical arrangement suggests a visual narrative that invites reflection on the relationship between the different emotions each face may represent. The repetition of the heads, with slight variations in their expressions, can also be interpreted as a reflection on identity, the multiplicity of the self, and the various facets of the human psyche.
The use of space and verticality in the piece reinforces the idea of stacking, which could symbolize the accumulation of thoughts and feelings, or represent the way in which an individual or society builds identity through layers of experiences and memories. Through this arrangement, Calleja merges playfulness with introspection, inviting the viewer to explore the complexities of the self through a visually simple yet deeply meaningful work.
As with many of Calleja's pieces, Heads is characterized by a minimalist style that is rich in emotion, and its limited edition adds exclusivity, making it a highly sought-after piece in the contemporary art world. The contrast between the simplicity of the forms and the emotional complexity conveyed by the heads makes this work a reflection on human nature, its inner world, and its capacity to express a wide range of moods, thoughts, and emotions.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
This Spanish artist, born in Malaga in 1971, has a long career on his back. Almost 30 years creating that settled him as the sought after artist he is today in 2017.
After many exhibitions in his native country, Europe or US, showing his works in museums galleries and art fairs around the globe, the greater success came from Aisho Nanzuka Gallery in Hong Kong in 2017. “Hi” was how he entitled this solo exhibition and a presentation that was really well received by the Asian public. So well received that Calleja sold every artwork presented there and even got a waiting list of collectors to purchase his future work. A year after, the story repeats itself and the same huge success happens in Tokyo also with Aisho Nanzuka. And that was just the beginning.
Even he is easily tagged by many who say Calleja’s figures are inspired in anime or kawaii, that’s something that is not. Calleja claims his Mediterranean roots, the ones that got him painting as a kid inspired by Spanish cartoon artist Francisco Ibañez.
His art is based in portraits of disproportionated figures of big eyes and always using bright colors with minimal but solid strokes. Acid sentences are also a must that twist the images’ naive intention and definitely gives a second thought.
Even though his early works were created in a smaller scale, his current works are developed in large canvases and a few meters tall sculptures. Following his curiosity about different medias and techniques, Javier Calleja proves he is a tough working multidisciplinary artist. His studio, located where he was born, is much bigger today and has the best staff to help the artist fulfill this huge new projects.
Javier Calleja just can’t stop now. His schedule is filled with new projects, editions, exhibitions and collaborations. No wonder he will give us, at least, another 30 years of career.
- Creator:Javier Calleja (1971, Spanish)
- Creation Year:2021
- Dimensions:Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 5.48 in (13.9 cm)Depth: 4.97 in (12.6 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Madrid, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1033116478482
Javier Calleja
Javier Calleja rose to art world prominence thanks to his instantly recognizable figurative works, which often feature squat, wide-eyed characters with exaggerated proportions. The Spanish artist’s practice spans painting, sculpture, and works on paper, as well as an array of editioned work and merchandise. Calleja has shown at galleries in Madrid, Barcelona, New York, Paris, and Hong Kong, among other major cities. A number of public collections throughout Spain have acquired his work. In March 2021, Calleja’s secondary-market record broke US$1 million for the first time, when his 2019 painting Waiting for a While sold for HK$8.8 million (US$1.1 million). Though he draws on personal experience and childhood memories to create his iconic characters, Calleja prefers not to explain his work, instead letting the observer “finish” the work with their own interpretations.
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