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SKE’s The Original 151, a signed limited edition digital painting on Hahnemühle museum paper, 42 × 29.7 cm (ISO A3), in excellent condition, published in France by Galerie and dated 2020 or later.
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- Limited edition of the artwork "The Original 151" by the artist SKE
- Publisher: Atelier MONTMARTRE FineArt.
- FineArt printing on museum-grade Hahnemühle art paper.
- ISO A3 format (42x29.7 cm) easy to frame.
- Edition number: 04/10
With "The Original 151", SKE pays tribute to the founding generation that forever marked the history of Pokémon and the childhood of millions of collectors.
Around Sacha, several emblematic creatures from the Kanto universe unfold, gathered in an intense, vibrant composition that is immediately recognizable. Each character embodies a part of the collective memory linked to the first trades, the first cards, the first captures, and the unchanged fascination with the original Pokémon.
Through an energetic treatment that blends pop culture, street art accents, and graphic power, SKE turns this homage into a true generational manifesto. The work celebrates as much the Pokémon universe as what it represents: collecting, adventure, emotional connection, and pure nostalgia.
A strong and ultra-evocative piece, designed for collectors who appreciate the great icons of Japanese pop culture and the mythical heritage of the 151 originals.
- ARTIST BIO:
SKE is a self-taught French artist with a wide range of interests who grew up immersed in the culture of the 80s/90s, inspiring a large portion of his artistic work.
He continually explores new techniques: acrylic painting, collage, stencils, graffiti, urban installations, and digital art. His dynamic and expressive compositions, often double‑read, fuse the raw energy of street art with the visual impact of pop art.
After an exceptional year in 2025, SKE’s market value has risen notably. Winner of the first prize in the Urban Master contest (2023), then crowned Creative of the Year at the Color Jam Challenge (2025). SKE was selected as "Artist of the Month" by Opulence Gallery in October, and has also benefited from a feature in an American art magazine confirming his international recognition.
His works have already been exhibited in major venues in Europe, the United States, and Asia, consolidating his place on the contemporary art scene. At the same time, SKE is also making a mark in the digital artwork market, a major trend in the last two years, strengthening the appeal of his creations to collectors.
Icons of popular culture, bold graphics, and textures define a style that is now essential.
SKE is undeniably an artist to watch, to start or enrich a collection with rising value.
Rated & Awarded Artist – Pop Art & Contemporary Street Art
AN UNIVERSE BETWEEN HERITAGE AND MODERNITY SKE’s work sits in a prestigious lineage. His line shows the visual efficiency of Keith Haring and Andy Warhol, while integrating the subversive edge of Banksy or the pioneer Blek le Rat. His works bridge eras: they reinterpret classics, not hesitating to distort the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, Hokusai’s The Great Wave, or Picasso’s deconstructed forms to confront them with a modern urban aesthetic close to Mr. Brainwash or Kaws.
POP CULTURE & NOSTALGIA Drawing from the collective imagination, SKE manipulates icons of our childhood. He stages the Disney universe with figures like Mickey or Pinocchio, and Scrooge McDuck’s symbolic greed. The influence of gaming, comics, and graphic novels is pervasive: from the Nintendo universe and the legendary Game Boy, to Pokémon creatures (Pikachu, Charizard, Ash), and the Marvel superheroes. SKE crystallizes these memories in the manner of Daniel Arsham or Takashi Murakami.
LUXURY, HYPE & CONSUMER SOCIETY In a style that sometimes recalls Alec Monopoly, the artist plays with codes of success and materialism. The Dollar symbol sits beside luxury and fashion logos. His canvases capture the aesthetic of “Hype”: you encounter sneaker culture (Nike Air Jordan, Adidas, Off-White) and haute couture (Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Louboutin). He also incorporates automotive adrenaline (Ferrari, Porsche, Bugatti, AMG) and precision watchmaking (Rolex, Tag Heuer), not to mention mass-consumption icons like Coca-Cola. It is vibrant art, with textured finishes that sometimes evoke the glossy finish of a Jeff Koons or the facets of a Richard Orlinski.
This artwork is ideal for enriching a collection or adding a dynamic touch to your interior.
- Limited edition of the artwork "The Original 151" by the artist SKE
- Publisher: Atelier MONTMARTRE FineArt.
- FineArt printing on museum-grade Hahnemühle art paper.
- ISO A3 format (42x29.7 cm) easy to frame.
- Edition number: 04/10
With "The Original 151", SKE pays tribute to the founding generation that forever marked the history of Pokémon and the childhood of millions of collectors.
Around Sacha, several emblematic creatures from the Kanto universe unfold, gathered in an intense, vibrant composition that is immediately recognizable. Each character embodies a part of the collective memory linked to the first trades, the first cards, the first captures, and the unchanged fascination with the original Pokémon.
Through an energetic treatment that blends pop culture, street art accents, and graphic power, SKE turns this homage into a true generational manifesto. The work celebrates as much the Pokémon universe as what it represents: collecting, adventure, emotional connection, and pure nostalgia.
A strong and ultra-evocative piece, designed for collectors who appreciate the great icons of Japanese pop culture and the mythical heritage of the 151 originals.
- ARTIST BIO:
SKE is a self-taught French artist with a wide range of interests who grew up immersed in the culture of the 80s/90s, inspiring a large portion of his artistic work.
He continually explores new techniques: acrylic painting, collage, stencils, graffiti, urban installations, and digital art. His dynamic and expressive compositions, often double‑read, fuse the raw energy of street art with the visual impact of pop art.
After an exceptional year in 2025, SKE’s market value has risen notably. Winner of the first prize in the Urban Master contest (2023), then crowned Creative of the Year at the Color Jam Challenge (2025). SKE was selected as "Artist of the Month" by Opulence Gallery in October, and has also benefited from a feature in an American art magazine confirming his international recognition.
His works have already been exhibited in major venues in Europe, the United States, and Asia, consolidating his place on the contemporary art scene. At the same time, SKE is also making a mark in the digital artwork market, a major trend in the last two years, strengthening the appeal of his creations to collectors.
Icons of popular culture, bold graphics, and textures define a style that is now essential.
SKE is undeniably an artist to watch, to start or enrich a collection with rising value.
Rated & Awarded Artist – Pop Art & Contemporary Street Art
AN UNIVERSE BETWEEN HERITAGE AND MODERNITY SKE’s work sits in a prestigious lineage. His line shows the visual efficiency of Keith Haring and Andy Warhol, while integrating the subversive edge of Banksy or the pioneer Blek le Rat. His works bridge eras: they reinterpret classics, not hesitating to distort the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, Hokusai’s The Great Wave, or Picasso’s deconstructed forms to confront them with a modern urban aesthetic close to Mr. Brainwash or Kaws.
POP CULTURE & NOSTALGIA Drawing from the collective imagination, SKE manipulates icons of our childhood. He stages the Disney universe with figures like Mickey or Pinocchio, and Scrooge McDuck’s symbolic greed. The influence of gaming, comics, and graphic novels is pervasive: from the Nintendo universe and the legendary Game Boy, to Pokémon creatures (Pikachu, Charizard, Ash), and the Marvel superheroes. SKE crystallizes these memories in the manner of Daniel Arsham or Takashi Murakami.
LUXURY, HYPE & CONSUMER SOCIETY In a style that sometimes recalls Alec Monopoly, the artist plays with codes of success and materialism. The Dollar symbol sits beside luxury and fashion logos. His canvases capture the aesthetic of “Hype”: you encounter sneaker culture (Nike Air Jordan, Adidas, Off-White) and haute couture (Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Louboutin). He also incorporates automotive adrenaline (Ferrari, Porsche, Bugatti, AMG) and precision watchmaking (Rolex, Tag Heuer), not to mention mass-consumption icons like Coca-Cola. It is vibrant art, with textured finishes that sometimes evoke the glossy finish of a Jeff Koons or the facets of a Richard Orlinski.
This artwork is ideal for enriching a collection or adding a dynamic touch to your interior.
Details
Artist
SKE
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Limited edition
Edition number
04/10
Title of artwork
The Original 151
Technique
Digital painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
42 cm
Width
29.7 cm
Style
Folk Art
Period
2020+
