Giuliano Grittini (1951) - John Lennon & Icons

Immerse yourself in the vibrant universe of contemporary Pop Art with this masterful homage to the icons that have shaped our collective consciousness. At the visual and energetic center of the composition stands John Lennon, drawing the eye and serving as the fulcrum for the entire constellation of 20th-century myths. Surrounded by muses and legendary visionaries – including Andy Warhol and Jackie Kennedy – this work acts as a bridge between historical memory and modern tactile mastery. The deep geometry of the composition guides the viewer’s eye toward the center, creating an immediate connection that goes far beyond a mere visual experience. It is not a mere depiction, but a monument to cultural immortality, designed to assert its authority in any prestigious collection. This extraordinary creation makes use of Giuliano Grittini’s exclusive and renowned technique “Cracker Art.” The production process yields a multilayer surface with strong tactility, obtained through structural deconstruction and subsequent geometric collage. Enriched by delicate hand-finished details, direct painting interventions, and precious gold leaf inserts, the surface captures and refracts light dynamically, changing appearance depending on the angle from which it is viewed. The work possesses all the necessary features for high-level placement: the artist’s autograph in pencil stands elegantly in the lower central part. In the bottom-right corner is the official red stamp “Museum Cracker Art,” accompanied by a distinctive embossed stamp that guarantees authenticity, provenance, and compliance with the artist’s certified editions. The work is presented in excellent conservation conditions. Material: Heavyweight art paper with multi-material inserts and gold leaf; Technique: Cracker Art (Mixed collage, material-based serigraphy and hand finishes); Era: XXI Century (Contemporary) Color: Saturated multi-chrome Pop with gold metallic accents: Signature: Present (Autograph in pencil on the lower margin) The lot will be carefully packed and shipped with partnered couriers. For this lot, shipments outside the European Community are not performed.