Naro - Canvas - Mamba Mentality - Omaggio a Kobe Bryant





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Limited edition digital art print on cotton canvas by Naro, titled Canvas - Mamba Mentality - Omaggio a Kobe Bryant, 50 x 40 cm, edition 3/15, hand-signed, with a digitally signed COA, produced directly by the artist in 2020+ and in excellent condition.
Description from the seller
Digital Art Masterpiece in Limited Edition, copy no. 3/15
With digital Certificate of Authenticity (C.O.A.) signed by the author.
This extraordinary contemporary artwork transcends simple painting, presenting itself as a powerful material bas-relief that blends the physicality of sport with the raw expressiveness of matter. The portrait of Kobe Bryant, immortalized in his iconic purple and gold Los Angeles Lakers kit, emerges from the dark surface with a vibrant spatula technique. The brushstrokes, thick and directional, do not merely color but carve the volumes of the face and body, giving them a nearly tactile three-dimensionality and a palpable kinetic energy. Each stroke of the spatula is charged with intention, reflecting the fierce determination and the “Mamba Mentality” that defined his career. Equally striking is the representation of the Spalding basketball, firmly grasped by a stylized hand and arm, also created with a rich and deep textural mix. The work is dotted with elegant scribbles and white splashes, which resemble diagrams of game plays or abstract symbols, adding a layer of dynamism and mystery to the composition. The large stylized autograph in the bottom left corner is not just a signature but a seal of authenticity and reverence for an icon that marked an era. This piece is not only a celebration of a legendary athlete but a work of art that captures the very essence of passion, resilience, and excellence.
• Type of work
A piece created as a professional fine-art print on high-quality cotton canvas, selected to ensure durability, stability, and superior visual rendering.
• Printing technique and quality
Digital mixed media with fine-art printing, characterized by:
* premium matte finish
* impeccable color fidelity
* high depth of colors and details
* elegant, glare-free surface
• Originality and uniqueness of the work
The work is conceived as an exclusive piece: this specific edition is destined for a single collector, making each copy a unique and personal experience. The artist’s approach favors non-serial production, in which each work retains its own identity and collectible value over time.
• Certificate of authenticity
Personal numbered certificate, available on request via e-mail, guaranteeing the uniqueness and provenance of the work.
• Shipping and packaging
Fast and tracked shipping, with reinforced professional packaging designed to ensure maximum protection of the work during transit.
• Collectible value
A piece intended for collectors and enthusiasts of contemporary art and design, ideal as a distinctive element for refined interiors or private collections.
**~ NOTICE TO ITALIAN BUYERS ~**
For strictly bureaucratic reasons related to proper tax management of professional sales in Italy, at the end of the purchase the Fiscal Code may be requested. This is a standard procedure necessary for the correct registration of the sale, with no added costs.
⠀
**~ AZORES · BALEARICS · CORSICA · MADEIRA ~**
Shipments to these islands incur an additional cost compared to standard rates:
Azores: €35 in addition to the Spain rate
Balearics: €30 in addition to the Spain rate
Corsica: €50 in addition to the France rate
Madeira: €35 in addition to the Portugal rate
Seller's Story
Digital Art Masterpiece in Limited Edition, copy no. 3/15
With digital Certificate of Authenticity (C.O.A.) signed by the author.
This extraordinary contemporary artwork transcends simple painting, presenting itself as a powerful material bas-relief that blends the physicality of sport with the raw expressiveness of matter. The portrait of Kobe Bryant, immortalized in his iconic purple and gold Los Angeles Lakers kit, emerges from the dark surface with a vibrant spatula technique. The brushstrokes, thick and directional, do not merely color but carve the volumes of the face and body, giving them a nearly tactile three-dimensionality and a palpable kinetic energy. Each stroke of the spatula is charged with intention, reflecting the fierce determination and the “Mamba Mentality” that defined his career. Equally striking is the representation of the Spalding basketball, firmly grasped by a stylized hand and arm, also created with a rich and deep textural mix. The work is dotted with elegant scribbles and white splashes, which resemble diagrams of game plays or abstract symbols, adding a layer of dynamism and mystery to the composition. The large stylized autograph in the bottom left corner is not just a signature but a seal of authenticity and reverence for an icon that marked an era. This piece is not only a celebration of a legendary athlete but a work of art that captures the very essence of passion, resilience, and excellence.
• Type of work
A piece created as a professional fine-art print on high-quality cotton canvas, selected to ensure durability, stability, and superior visual rendering.
• Printing technique and quality
Digital mixed media with fine-art printing, characterized by:
* premium matte finish
* impeccable color fidelity
* high depth of colors and details
* elegant, glare-free surface
• Originality and uniqueness of the work
The work is conceived as an exclusive piece: this specific edition is destined for a single collector, making each copy a unique and personal experience. The artist’s approach favors non-serial production, in which each work retains its own identity and collectible value over time.
• Certificate of authenticity
Personal numbered certificate, available on request via e-mail, guaranteeing the uniqueness and provenance of the work.
• Shipping and packaging
Fast and tracked shipping, with reinforced professional packaging designed to ensure maximum protection of the work during transit.
• Collectible value
A piece intended for collectors and enthusiasts of contemporary art and design, ideal as a distinctive element for refined interiors or private collections.
**~ NOTICE TO ITALIAN BUYERS ~**
For strictly bureaucratic reasons related to proper tax management of professional sales in Italy, at the end of the purchase the Fiscal Code may be requested. This is a standard procedure necessary for the correct registration of the sale, with no added costs.
⠀
**~ AZORES · BALEARICS · CORSICA · MADEIRA ~**
Shipments to these islands incur an additional cost compared to standard rates:
Azores: €35 in addition to the Spain rate
Balearics: €30 in addition to the Spain rate
Corsica: €50 in addition to the France rate
Madeira: €35 in addition to the Portugal rate

