Onbu (green)
Onbu (green)
Signed Print
Stik
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Medium: Woodcut
Edition size: 15
Year: 2013
Size: H 40cm x W 18cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2024 | Christie's London | United Kingdom | |||
| September 2023 | Tate Ward Auctions | United Kingdom | |||
| September 2023 | Tate Ward Auctions | United Kingdom | |||
| September 2023 | Christie's London | United Kingdom | |||
| March 2021 | Sotheby's London | United Kingdom |
Meaning & Analysis
Onbu (green) is a 2013 woodcut print by street artist, Stik. Released in an edition of 15, this woodcut is printed in green, black and white and is based on a section from a 19th century Japanese print detailing a piggyback.
As part of his method, Stik used techniques associated with the old Japanese woodcut style of 'ukiyo-e' to make the pieces, which contrast with Stik's generally sparse colour scheme yet are complementary to it. Although Stik's inspiration for the series is readily apparent, the piece is also completely at home in the artist's portfolio, infusing existing themes of dependency and physical support.
With its combination of the specific techniques and subject matter of Japanese ukiyo-e with Stik's bare-bones compositional style, the print is an intriguing meeting of approaches.
It is without a doubt the Stik print series that pushes the Japanese influence in his work to the forefront of the viewer's attention. With its combining of the classical ukiyo-e approach with the artist's Kanji-inspired style, the print provides a fascinating glimpse into the genesis of Stik's iconic six-line stickman.
London-based street artist, Stik, is celebrated for his distinctive and minimalistic style. By solely using simple, stick-figures, Stik is able to convey profound messages through his work and advocate for marginalised social communities. Inclusivity and resilience underpin his iconic stick-figure motif, with the likes of Liberty and Single Mum promoting empathy and human connection. Having been homeless when starting out as a graffiti artist, Stik developed an affinity to the Hackney community who helped him find his feet, and he now sees his street art as a way to give back to those who helped him.
