SKE - The Original 151

- Limited edition of the artwork "The Original 151" by the artist SKE
- Publisher: Atelier MONTMARTRE FineArt.
- FineArt print on museum-grade Hahnemühle art paper.
- ISO A3 format (42x29.7 cm) easy to frame.
- Edition number: 05/10
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 (Ash) unfold several emblematic creatures from the Kanto universe, gathered in an intense, vibrant and immediately recognizable composition. Each character embodies a part of the collective memory linked to the first trades, the first cards, the first captures and the enduring fascination with the original Pokémon.

Through an energetic treatment, blending 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 highly evocative piece, designed for collectors sensitive to the great icons of Japanese pop culture and to the mythical heritage of the 151 originals.

- ARTIST BIO:
SKE is a self-taught French artist with a versatile background who grew up immersed in the culture of the 80s/90s, inspiring much of his work.

He continually explores new techniques: acrylic painting, collage, stencil, graffiti, urban installations, and digital art. His dynamic, expressive compositions, often with dual meanings, fuse the raw energy of street art with the visual impact of pop art.

After an exceptional 2025, SKE's market value has risen notably. He was awarded the first prize in the Urban Master contest (2023), then named Revelation of the Year at the Color Jam Challenge (2025).
SKE was selected as "Artist of the Month" by the Opulence gallery in October, and he also received a feature in an American art magazine confirming his international recognition.

His works have already been showcased in major venues across Europe, the United States, and Asia, solidifying his place on the contemporary art scene. At the same time, SKE is also prominent in the digital art market, a major trend in the last two years, enhancing the appeal of his creations to collectors.

Icons of popular culture, bold graphics, and texture play define a style that has become essential.

SKE is undoubtedly an artist to watch, to start or enrich a collection with growing value.

Renowned & Awarded Artist – Pop Art & Contemporary Street Art

A UNIVERSE BETWEEN HERITAGE AND MODERNITY SKE’s work sits in a prestigious lineage. His line work carries the visual efficiency of Keith Haring and Andy Warhol, while incorporating the subversion of Banksy or the pioneer Blek le Rat. His works create a bridge between eras: they revisit the classics, not shying away from reimagining 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 a modern urban aesthetic akin to Mr. Brainwash or Kaws.

POP CULTURE & NOSTALGIA Drawing on the collective imagination, SKE manipulates icons from our childhood. He stages Disney’s universe with figures like Mickey or Pinocchio, and the symbolic greed of Scrooge McDuck. The influence of gaming, comics, and graphic novels is omnipresent: from Nintendo’s universe and the mythical Game Boy, to Pokémon creatures (Pikachu, Charizard, Ash), and the Marvel superheroes. SKE crystallizes these memories in the manner of a 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 aesthetics of "Hype": the sneaker universe (Nike Air Jordan, Adidas, Off-White) and haute couture (Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Louboutin) appear. He also includes automotive adrenaline (Ferrari, Porsche, Bugatti, AMG) and precision watchmaking (Rolex, Tag Heuer), not forgetting mass consumer icons like Coca-Cola. It is vibrant art, with textured finishes that sometimes evoke the glossy finish of Jeff Koons or the facets of Richard Orlinski.

This piece is ideal for enriching a collection or adding a dynamic touch to your living space.