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Chiyu Uemae Art

Japanese, 1920-2018
Chiyu Uemae (1920 – 2018) was a Japanese abstract artist born in Kyoto. He is particularly noted for his involvement as a founding member of the influential Gutai Art Association, a radical avant-garde art collective formed in 1954 under the leadership of Jiro Yoshihara. Uemae participated in every Gutai exhibition until the group's dissolution in 1972. Uemae's artistic journey was unique; he was a self-taught artist who held various jobs, including an apprentice at a traditional dyeing factory in Kyoto, which profoundly influenced his artistic approach. His early experiences, particularly in dyeing, led to a mature style characterized by meticulous compositions often featuring fine dots, patterns, and textile elements. Unlike some of his Gutai peers known for performance-based works, Uemae focused on the materiality of art, often creating compellingly rough surface textures by combining unconventional materials like sawdust, wood chips, and debris with paint. His two-dimensional works are recognized for their pattern accumulation, achieved through painting knives or delicate stitching, and he also produced sculptures from wood or sawdust. In later years, he continued to create etchings and silkscreens. Uemae's work often combined traditional Japanese colors and sensibilities with an original abstract style. He remained active and continued producing art well into his 80s and 90s.
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Artist: Chiyu Uemae
Untitled, 2004, abstract screenprint by Chiyu Uemae, signed, edition of 15
Untitled, 2004, abstract screenprint by Chiyu Uemae, signed, edition of 15

Untitled, 2004, abstract screenprint by Chiyu Uemae, signed, edition of 15

By Chiyu Uemae

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Untitled (2004) Screenprint on wove paper Signed, dated and numbered by the artist. Date: 2004 11 19 Ed. 4/15 27.5 x 39.2 cm (Image) 37.4 x 53 cm (Sheet) This screenprint by Chiyu U...

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Early 2000s Chiyu Uemae Art

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Screen

Untitled, 2003
Untitled, 2003

Untitled, 2003

By Chiyu Uemae

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Untitled Screenprint on wove paper Signed, dated, and numbered by the artist Date: 2003 06 28 Edition: 8/29 25.5 x 15.7 cm image 37.1 x 27.1 cm sheet

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Early 2000s Chiyu Uemae Art

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Screen

Untitled, 1993 Limited Edition (6/19) Screenprint by Chiyu Uemae signed
Untitled, 1993 Limited Edition (6/19) Screenprint by Chiyu Uemae signed

Untitled, 1993 Limited Edition (6/19) Screenprint by Chiyu Uemae signed

By Chiyu Uemae

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Untitled (1993) Screenprint on wove paper Signed, dated and numbered by the artist. Date: 1993 12 1 Ed. 6/19 37.2 x 26.4 cm (Image) 54.5 x 39.4 cm (Sheet) Chiyu Uemae’s Untitled (19...

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1990s Chiyu Uemae Art

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Screen

Untitled, 2005
Untitled, 2005

Untitled, 2005

By Chiyu Uemae

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Untitled (2005) Offset print on paper Date: 2005 04 29 Ed. 29/100 23.9 x 33 cm (image) 27.3 x 38 cm (sheet)

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Early 2000s Chiyu Uemae Art

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Offset

Untitled, 1994 Offset print on paper Limited dition by Chiyu Uemae signed
Untitled, 1994 Offset print on paper Limited dition by Chiyu Uemae signed

Untitled, 1994 Offset print on paper Limited dition by Chiyu Uemae signed

By Chiyu Uemae

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Untitled (1994) Offset print on paper Signed, dated and numbered by the artist. Date: 1994 5 Ed. 4/140 30.5 x 33.3 cm (Image) 39.5 x 54.3 cm (Sheet) This offset print presents a dyna...

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1990s Chiyu Uemae Art

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Offset

Untitled, 1994 Offset print on paper Limited dition by Chiyu Uemae signed
Untitled, 1994 Offset print on paper Limited dition by Chiyu Uemae signed

Untitled, 1994 Offset print on paper Limited dition by Chiyu Uemae signed

By Chiyu Uemae

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Untitled (1994) Offset print on paper Signed, dated and numbered by the artist. Date: 1994 5 Ed. 6/110 28.8 x 40 cm (Image) 39.5 x 54.3 (Sheet) This offset print features an abstrac...

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1990s Chiyu Uemae Art

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Offset

Untitled, 2002
Untitled, 2002

Untitled, 2002

By Chiyu Uemae

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Untitled (2002) Screenprint on wove paper Signed, dated and numbered by the artist. Date: 2002 6 17 Ed. 1/23 26.9 x 45 cm (Image) 39.6 x 54.8 cm (Sheet)

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Early 2000s Abstract Impressionist Chiyu Uemae Art

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Screen

Untitled, 2003
Untitled, 2003

Untitled, 2003

By Chiyu Uemae

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Untitled (2003) Screenprint on wove paper Signed, dated, and numbered by the artist Date: 2003 06 28 Ed. 11/26 21.5 x 16 cm (Image) 37.1 x 27.1 cm (Sheet)

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Early 2000s Chiyu Uemae Art

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Screen

Untitled (2004)
Untitled (2004)

Untitled (2004)

By Chiyu Uemae

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Chiyu Uemae Untitled 2004.05.05 Screenprint on wove paper Signed, dated, and numbered by the artist Edition: 14/23 Image size: 21.5 x 15.5 cm Sheet size: 36.3 x 25.8 cm Description:...

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Early 2000s Abstract Chiyu Uemae Art

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Paper, Screen

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Find a wide variety of authentic Chiyu Uemae art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Chiyu Uemae in screen print, offset print, paper and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Chiyu Uemae art, so small editions measuring 11 inches across are available. Chiyu Uemae art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $580 and tops out at $2,500, while the average work can sell for $1,600.