Mr Brainwash (1966) - Life is beautiful · Original
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Mr Brainwash, Life is Beautiful · Original, a mixed media piece on an acrylic mirror, framed, original edition created in 2026, measuring 39.7 cm by 43.8 cm, in excellent condition and sold with its frame by Galerie.
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*** NEW RELEASES MR BRAINWASH 2026 *** AND *** CATDICA EXCLUSIVITY ***
In PREVIEW on Catawiki, we offer you an ORIGINAL WORK BY MR BRAINWASH! This year Mr Brainwash innovates and offers in 2026 works on mirrors.
We present the mirror on which he wrote his oldest motto "Life is Beautiful".
Life is Beautiful, 2026
Mixed Media on Acrylic Mirror with Splashed Frame
15.25 × 17.25 in - 39.7 × 43.8 cm
Be the first to collect this original, unpublished artwork!
Signed by hand by the artist. Delivered with an authenticity certificate from the artist (separate shipment).
It is an original work, as indicated by the unique number on the back of the panel.
Framed mirror and custom frame by Mr Brainwash.
The artist Mr. Brainwash, also known as Thierry Guetta, is influenced by the work of many artists, including Charlie Chaplin. Mr. Brainwash is famous for his urban pop art style, which combines elements of street art, pop art and contemporary art. He often uses popular icons and cultural symbols to create visually striking and provocative works.
Mr. Brainwash’s works are smart investments, see article:
https://www.catawiki.com/fr/stories/323-pourquoi-les-oeuvres-de-mr-brainwash-sont-elles-des-investissements-intelligents
For this piece, street art enters a classic frame. This composition plays on the contrast between the opulence of a gilded frame and the spontaneity of street art. Multicolored paint splashes break the rigidity of the carved wood.
In the center, an optimistic message appears in cursive letters. The text stands out on a mirror; it seems as if there is fog on the mirror and the artist wrote his famous motto with his finger: Life is Beautiful.
The artist uses mixed media to create relief and depth.
The use of acrylic brings a graphic precision typical of pop art. Stylized hearts punctuate the phrase, reinforcing the gentle dimension of the image.
The whole piece dialogues with the heritage of the great masters while asserting a contemporary aesthetic. This piece, produced in 2026, fuses the codes of the gallery with those of the street. The visual render rests on the balance between the luxury of the frame and the raw energy of the paint splashes."
Seller's Story
Pasqui Galerie is a contemporary art gallery that offers varied exhibitions that highlight and disseminate emerging artistic creation, and also internationally renowned artists, in a beautiful and vast exhibition space, pleasant and warm.
The gallery opened its doors on October 24, 2019, created by 2 childhood friends passionate about contemporary art: Agnès Court and David Pasquinelli, this new exhibition space on Saint Etienne is entirely dedicated to contemporary art with an assumed artistic approach.
Translated by Google Translate*** NEW RELEASES MR BRAINWASH 2026 *** AND *** CATDICA EXCLUSIVITY ***
In PREVIEW on Catawiki, we offer you an ORIGINAL WORK BY MR BRAINWASH! This year Mr Brainwash innovates and offers in 2026 works on mirrors.
We present the mirror on which he wrote his oldest motto "Life is Beautiful".
Life is Beautiful, 2026
Mixed Media on Acrylic Mirror with Splashed Frame
15.25 × 17.25 in - 39.7 × 43.8 cm
Be the first to collect this original, unpublished artwork!
Signed by hand by the artist. Delivered with an authenticity certificate from the artist (separate shipment).
It is an original work, as indicated by the unique number on the back of the panel.
Framed mirror and custom frame by Mr Brainwash.
The artist Mr. Brainwash, also known as Thierry Guetta, is influenced by the work of many artists, including Charlie Chaplin. Mr. Brainwash is famous for his urban pop art style, which combines elements of street art, pop art and contemporary art. He often uses popular icons and cultural symbols to create visually striking and provocative works.
Mr. Brainwash’s works are smart investments, see article:
https://www.catawiki.com/fr/stories/323-pourquoi-les-oeuvres-de-mr-brainwash-sont-elles-des-investissements-intelligents
For this piece, street art enters a classic frame. This composition plays on the contrast between the opulence of a gilded frame and the spontaneity of street art. Multicolored paint splashes break the rigidity of the carved wood.
In the center, an optimistic message appears in cursive letters. The text stands out on a mirror; it seems as if there is fog on the mirror and the artist wrote his famous motto with his finger: Life is Beautiful.
The artist uses mixed media to create relief and depth.
The use of acrylic brings a graphic precision typical of pop art. Stylized hearts punctuate the phrase, reinforcing the gentle dimension of the image.
The whole piece dialogues with the heritage of the great masters while asserting a contemporary aesthetic. This piece, produced in 2026, fuses the codes of the gallery with those of the street. The visual render rests on the balance between the luxury of the frame and the raw energy of the paint splashes."
Seller's Story
Pasqui Galerie is a contemporary art gallery that offers varied exhibitions that highlight and disseminate emerging artistic creation, and also internationally renowned artists, in a beautiful and vast exhibition space, pleasant and warm.
The gallery opened its doors on October 24, 2019, created by 2 childhood friends passionate about contemporary art: Agnès Court and David Pasquinelli, this new exhibition space on Saint Etienne is entirely dedicated to contemporary art with an assumed artistic approach.
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Artist
Mr Brainwash (1966)
Sold with frame
Yes
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Gallery
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Life is beautiful · Original
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
United States
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
39.7 cm
Width
43.8 cm
Weight
4 kg
Style
Street art
Period
2020+
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