SSICK - [XL MATTE PAPER] Deep Cave Explorer

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ONLY 2 COPIES EXIST

Technique: hybrid digital print on premium 230 g/m² paper
Dimensions: [XL] 50 x 70 centimetres
Year: 2026
Condition: New [never exhibited]
Artist: ssick [SSICK LAB]
Signature: Hand-signed by the artist on the back of the print
Certificate: digital certificate available upon purchaser's request

Description:
This premium paper art print depicts a skeleton minifigure in brick-style, standing at the center of a vast and deep underground cavern. The character, characterized by the typical geometric and articulated design, rises from jagged rocky ground, surrounded by towering rock formations and stalactites hanging from the cave ceiling. In the background, a natural light source illuminates the passage, while in the foreground small cracks in the ground reveal intense reflections of incandescent magma and blueish glints, all rendered with vivid colors on the flat, smooth surface of the paper.

"I wanted to capture the thrill of exploration and mystery, placing a small, fearless plastic character against the majesty of underground nature."

Creative process:
The work was created through an innovative hybrid process: an initial draft was generated with sophisticated artificial intelligence, subsequently interpreted and colorized entirely by hand by the artist using professional software on an iPad.

Packaging and Shipping:
Each print is personally packaged by the artist in their own studio, and the packaging is highly protective as the print is shipped rolled in protective tubes.

The Artist – SSICK:
SSICK, born in 2003, is a young Italian artist whose work stands out for the ongoing pursuit of a balance between technological innovation and artistic sensitivity. From early in his career he developed a personal visual language, characterized by evocative compositions and immersive atmospheres. He also pursues a deep passion for street art and graffiti, engaging in stencil design and execution to give life to urban interventions with strong visual impact and identity.

Founder of the artistic collective SSICKLAB, he views technology as an expressive tool at the service of creativity. His works take shape through a process that integrates artificial intelligence with a thorough hand-painted digital intervention on an iPad, making each piece the result of a personal artistic vision.

Seller's Story

SSICK LAB is an Italian creative collective formed by young artists aged 23 to 24, united by a passion for contemporary digital art and pop culture. We use cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence technologies to generate highly detailed drafts and concepts, which are then interpreted and fully hand-colored through professional software. This hybrid approach lets us combine the creative power of AI with the warmth and uniqueness of the manual artistic touch. Our production is deeply inspired by pop culture, manga, cinema, and especially video games, reinterpreted through styles that are very diverse from one another. Our main artists: SSICK A versatile and multifaceted artist, capable of moving naturally between different styles. He is the creator of SSICKY Toy Art, a line of playful and iconic character designs that often populate his works, giving him an instantly recognizable signature. NOVA Specializes in a style strongly influenced by Japanese anime and manga culture. Her works convey dynamism, expressiveness, and that characteristic contemporary Japanese aesthetic. RAIDEN Inspired by the legendary video game Mortal Kombat, he masterfully fuses the Neo Ukiyo-e Japanese style with elements of Western pop culture, creating powerful, cinematic works with strong visual impact. Each SSICK LAB artwork is the result of a unique creative process: stylistic research, experimentation, and meticulous care for color and details. Our illustrations are designed for those who love digital contemporary art, limited edition collectors, street art enthusiasts, manga, video games, and toy design. SSICK LAB — Where the tradition of artistic craftsmanship meets technological innovation.
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ONLY 2 COPIES EXIST

Technique: hybrid digital print on premium 230 g/m² paper
Dimensions: [XL] 50 x 70 centimetres
Year: 2026
Condition: New [never exhibited]
Artist: ssick [SSICK LAB]
Signature: Hand-signed by the artist on the back of the print
Certificate: digital certificate available upon purchaser's request

Description:
This premium paper art print depicts a skeleton minifigure in brick-style, standing at the center of a vast and deep underground cavern. The character, characterized by the typical geometric and articulated design, rises from jagged rocky ground, surrounded by towering rock formations and stalactites hanging from the cave ceiling. In the background, a natural light source illuminates the passage, while in the foreground small cracks in the ground reveal intense reflections of incandescent magma and blueish glints, all rendered with vivid colors on the flat, smooth surface of the paper.

"I wanted to capture the thrill of exploration and mystery, placing a small, fearless plastic character against the majesty of underground nature."

Creative process:
The work was created through an innovative hybrid process: an initial draft was generated with sophisticated artificial intelligence, subsequently interpreted and colorized entirely by hand by the artist using professional software on an iPad.

Packaging and Shipping:
Each print is personally packaged by the artist in their own studio, and the packaging is highly protective as the print is shipped rolled in protective tubes.

The Artist – SSICK:
SSICK, born in 2003, is a young Italian artist whose work stands out for the ongoing pursuit of a balance between technological innovation and artistic sensitivity. From early in his career he developed a personal visual language, characterized by evocative compositions and immersive atmospheres. He also pursues a deep passion for street art and graffiti, engaging in stencil design and execution to give life to urban interventions with strong visual impact and identity.

Founder of the artistic collective SSICKLAB, he views technology as an expressive tool at the service of creativity. His works take shape through a process that integrates artificial intelligence with a thorough hand-painted digital intervention on an iPad, making each piece the result of a personal artistic vision.

Seller's Story

SSICK LAB is an Italian creative collective formed by young artists aged 23 to 24, united by a passion for contemporary digital art and pop culture. We use cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence technologies to generate highly detailed drafts and concepts, which are then interpreted and fully hand-colored through professional software. This hybrid approach lets us combine the creative power of AI with the warmth and uniqueness of the manual artistic touch. Our production is deeply inspired by pop culture, manga, cinema, and especially video games, reinterpreted through styles that are very diverse from one another. Our main artists: SSICK A versatile and multifaceted artist, capable of moving naturally between different styles. He is the creator of SSICKY Toy Art, a line of playful and iconic character designs that often populate his works, giving him an instantly recognizable signature. NOVA Specializes in a style strongly influenced by Japanese anime and manga culture. Her works convey dynamism, expressiveness, and that characteristic contemporary Japanese aesthetic. RAIDEN Inspired by the legendary video game Mortal Kombat, he masterfully fuses the Neo Ukiyo-e Japanese style with elements of Western pop culture, creating powerful, cinematic works with strong visual impact. Each SSICK LAB artwork is the result of a unique creative process: stylistic research, experimentation, and meticulous care for color and details. Our illustrations are designed for those who love digital contemporary art, limited edition collectors, street art enthusiasts, manga, video games, and toy design. SSICK LAB — Where the tradition of artistic craftsmanship meets technological innovation.
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Details

Artist
SSICK
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Edition
Limited edition
Edition number
1/2
Title of artwork
[XL MATTE PAPER] Deep Cave Explorer
Technique
AI, Mixed technique
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Italy
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
70 cm
Width
50 cm
Weight
230 g
Period
2020+
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
ItalyVerified
175
Objects sold
98.21%
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