Lot 182

Javier Calleja (1971-), Attributed to, Acrylic on Canvas

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Javier Calleja (1971-), Attributed to, Acrylic on Canvas

Estimate: $40,000 - $80,000

Starting Bid: $3,000

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by Time Auction
August 2, 2026 1:00 PM EDT
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255-10 Northern Blvd
Floor 1
Little Neck, NY, US 11362

JAVIER CALLEJA (1971-), ATTRIBUTED TO, ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

Dimensions:

Image size: 65 x 53 cm. All measured values are approximate.

Provenance and Authenticity:

This painting is presented in the manner and style associated with Javier Calleja, the Spanish contemporary artist internationally recognized for his oversized-eyed characters and playful visual language that merges contemporary illustration, pop culture, and fine art traditions. Executed in acrylic on canvas, the work exhibits the bold contours, luminous color palette, and simplified figuration frequently associated with Calleja's celebrated body of work. The composition reflects characteristics commonly found within contemporary neo-pop painting and contemporary figurative art.

Signature:

Javier Calleja

Description:

The composition depicts a childlike figure with vivid orange hair and oversized blue eyes positioned against a radiant yellow background. Dressed in a simple white garment bearing the phrase "DON'T BE BAD," the character confronts the viewer directly with an expression that balances innocence, humor, and subtle irony. Executed with smooth acrylic surfaces and carefully controlled color transitions, the painting employs brilliant yellows, oranges, and cool blues to create a striking visual contrast and immediate graphic presence. The exaggerated facial proportions, minimalistic setting, and emotionally ambiguous expression embody the playful yet psychologically engaging qualities that define Javier Calleja's internationally recognized aesthetic.

Historical significance:

Javier Calleja emerged as one of the leading figures within contemporary Spanish neo-pop art during the early twenty-first century. His distinctive characters, combining elements of manga, animation, street culture, and contemporary illustration, have achieved widespread recognition through international exhibitions and collaborations. Works in this style reflect the growing influence of figurative neo-pop painting within the global contemporary art market.

Valuation:

Paintings presented in the manner of Javier Calleja have attracted substantial attention from collectors of contemporary figurative and neo-pop art, particularly examples featuring the artist's iconic childlike protagonists and humorous textual elements. Works incorporating vibrant color palettes and emotionally expressive characters remain especially sought after within the international contemporary art market.


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