Lot  022 Ravenel Spring Auction 2023 Hong Kong

Ravenel Spring Auction 2023 Hong Kong

Sexy Robot 001 (in pink bathing suit)

Hajime SORAYAMA (Japanese, 1947)

2011

Resin

21.5×21.5×54.5cm

Paint off on the backside and Blistering on the bootom plate

Estimate

USD 2,800-3,600

Sold Price


Signature

Numbered and Signed on COA

Edition 91/100

+ OVERVIEW

Hajime Sorayama was born in Imabari, Ehime prefecture, Japan in 1947. Hajime Sorayama is famous for his meticulous erotic portraits of female figures. He is celebrated not only in fine arts, but also in the field of illustration and industrial design. The original robotic pet AIBO by Sony was designed by the artist. In 1965, Sorayama entered Shikoku Gakuin University to study English literature, afterwards, transferred to Tokyo's Chuo Art School to study fine art. Sorayama combined metallic texture with erotic figures in his works, presenting a unique enchanting quality which was popular around the world.
Private Collection, Asia
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Ravenel Spring Auction 2023 Hong Kong

Wednesday, February 1, 2023, 1:00pm