Bonhams 1793 : Sonic Sonic Wizard

Sonic Wizard 1980

signed and dated to the reverse; signed and dated to the frame
mixed media on paper, in two parts, in a double sided glazed frame

43 x 23 cm.
16 7/8 by 9 1/8 in.

Estimate:

£4,000 - 6,000
US$ 6,100 - 9,100
€4,700 - 7,100

Footnotes

See footnote for lot 245.

The present work was inspired by cartoonist Vaughn Bode and is a tribute to his work. Bode's characters and bubble letters proved to be hugely inspirational to a generation of young graffiti writers:

"What is it about Bode's work that so captivates our imagination?.. Bode's cartoon worlds are beautifully drawn, replete with thick outlines and soft contours that possess a simple and delicious graffiti-like aesthetic. The hilarious characters run the gamut from whimsical to sardonic. Each one fabulous and thoroughly unforgettable...It's true the community has plagiarized his work. Plagiarized it with deep reverence. Graffitists paint Bode's characters a lot. And tattoo them on themselves. And collect and cherish the books and comics. Bode's work is worshiped with religious zeal deep reverence."

Zephyr (Quoted from www.markbode.com)