Freddish (1971) - untitled
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Original, unique work by Freddish (born 1971, Paris), untitled, 2025, ink on 280 g paper with mixed media, 60 x 80 cm, unframed, hand-signed by the artist, in excellent condition, from France.
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Artist name: Freddish
Nationality: French
Date of birth: 1971, Paris, France
Title of the work: untitled
Year: 2025
Technique: Ink on 280g Paper
Dimensions:
Canvas: 60 cm x 80 cm
Framing: No
Signature details:
Hand-signed by the artist
Edition:
Unique work (no numbering, original work).
Provenance:
Work directly from the artist's studio, Freddish Papritz
Work from the successful Geek Muted series
Documentation:
The work is for sale with a digital certificate of authenticity issued by the agency representing the artist, MP ARTS AGENCY.
Condition:
The work is in perfect condition, with no notable imperfections.
Delivery:
The work will be shipped from France, carefully packaged and insured. It will be shipped rolled.
About the artist:
Freddish Papritz, professionally known as Freddish, is a French visual artist born in 1971 in Paris.
A self-taught artist, he emerged from early Parisian urban culture and by the late 1980s became one of the formative figures of French street art. Active within the early graffiti circles of the 1980s and 1990s, notably as a member of the IZB crew, Freddish helped lay the foundations of the street art movement in France.
Alongside his urban practice, he worked as an assistant to major contemporary artists such as Niki de Saint Phalle and Jean Tinguely, experiences that deeply influenced his artistic vision and anchored his work in the Nouveau Réalisme heritage.
From these influences, Freddish developed a singular multidisciplinary artistic language blending painting, sculpture, collage, and urban techniques. He is particularly known for his sculptural interventions and metallic assemblages, often designed for public space. Alongside other artists, he co-founded La Galerie de la Rue, a collaborative platform dedicated to exhibiting urban art in both institutional and non-institutional contexts, in France and internationally, notably through projects in West Africa.
Freddish also collaborates closely with hip-hop scenes and contemporary dance, creating set designs, installations, and visual environments for shows staged in major Parisian venues such as L’Olympia, La Cigale, and the Grande Halle de la Villette.
A significant milestone in his career came in 2006 when he participated in the Paris Salon d’Automne, marking one of the first institutional recognitions of street art in France.
His work explores urban, social, and fantastical themes, blending acrylic painting, collage, and metal sculpture. Grounded in popular culture and hip-hop aesthetics, his practice has evolved toward more narrative and personal compositions while maintaining a strong connection to the city and its symbols.
Freddish’s work is regularly shown on the contemporary art market, with pieces appearing in public sales since the 2010s, including notable works offered for sale in 2025. His creations are today included in private collections in France and abroad.
Between 2020 and 2026, Freddish continues to develop site-specific projects, immersive installations, and murals, notably in architectural and hotel spaces such as the Ki Space Hotel & Spa, where his paintings and sculptures engage directly with their environment.
Considered a historical figure of French street art alongside artists such as Speedy Graphito, Miss.Tic, Jef Aérosol, and Blek le Rat, Freddish remains an active and influential artist, linking the origins of urban art with contemporary practices.
Artist name: Freddish
Nationality: French
Date of birth: 1971, Paris, France
Title of the work: untitled
Year: 2025
Technique: Ink on 280g Paper
Dimensions:
Canvas: 60 cm x 80 cm
Framing: No
Signature details:
Hand-signed by the artist
Edition:
Unique work (no numbering, original work).
Provenance:
Work directly from the artist's studio, Freddish Papritz
Work from the successful Geek Muted series
Documentation:
The work is for sale with a digital certificate of authenticity issued by the agency representing the artist, MP ARTS AGENCY.
Condition:
The work is in perfect condition, with no notable imperfections.
Delivery:
The work will be shipped from France, carefully packaged and insured. It will be shipped rolled.
About the artist:
Freddish Papritz, professionally known as Freddish, is a French visual artist born in 1971 in Paris.
A self-taught artist, he emerged from early Parisian urban culture and by the late 1980s became one of the formative figures of French street art. Active within the early graffiti circles of the 1980s and 1990s, notably as a member of the IZB crew, Freddish helped lay the foundations of the street art movement in France.
Alongside his urban practice, he worked as an assistant to major contemporary artists such as Niki de Saint Phalle and Jean Tinguely, experiences that deeply influenced his artistic vision and anchored his work in the Nouveau Réalisme heritage.
From these influences, Freddish developed a singular multidisciplinary artistic language blending painting, sculpture, collage, and urban techniques. He is particularly known for his sculptural interventions and metallic assemblages, often designed for public space. Alongside other artists, he co-founded La Galerie de la Rue, a collaborative platform dedicated to exhibiting urban art in both institutional and non-institutional contexts, in France and internationally, notably through projects in West Africa.
Freddish also collaborates closely with hip-hop scenes and contemporary dance, creating set designs, installations, and visual environments for shows staged in major Parisian venues such as L’Olympia, La Cigale, and the Grande Halle de la Villette.
A significant milestone in his career came in 2006 when he participated in the Paris Salon d’Automne, marking one of the first institutional recognitions of street art in France.
His work explores urban, social, and fantastical themes, blending acrylic painting, collage, and metal sculpture. Grounded in popular culture and hip-hop aesthetics, his practice has evolved toward more narrative and personal compositions while maintaining a strong connection to the city and its symbols.
Freddish’s work is regularly shown on the contemporary art market, with pieces appearing in public sales since the 2010s, including notable works offered for sale in 2025. His creations are today included in private collections in France and abroad.
Between 2020 and 2026, Freddish continues to develop site-specific projects, immersive installations, and murals, notably in architectural and hotel spaces such as the Ki Space Hotel & Spa, where his paintings and sculptures engage directly with their environment.
Considered a historical figure of French street art alongside artists such as Speedy Graphito, Miss.Tic, Jef Aérosol, and Blek le Rat, Freddish remains an active and influential artist, linking the origins of urban art with contemporary practices.
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Artist
Freddish (1971)
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
untitled
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Year
2025
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Black, White
Height
80 cm
Width
60 cm
Style
Street art
Period
2020+
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