KAWS, an American artist and designer, has a pop art painting called 'UNTITLED (STORMTROOPERS)' which is inspired by Andy Warhol's creative practice. The painting is an acrylic on-photo canvas piece and is done in KAWS' contemporary style, taking inspiration from Andy Warhol's Do-It-Yourself series. 'UNTITLED (STORMTROOPERS)' is one of KAWS' early works, incorporating recognizable elements like KAWS' mask and coiling snake design. These artistic elements relegate the Stormtroopers, a symbol of order and fear, to comical cartoons, ultimately robbing them of their power.
'UNTITLED (STORMTROOPERS)' is being auctioned off at Phillips' 20th Century & Contemporary Art & Design sale with the price starting at over $200,000. The genuine KAWS art piece is signed and dated, assuring its authenticity. Phillips' art auction will begin on June 7th, 2021.
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