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Fri 23 May
The 72nd SBI Art Auction | Modern and Contemporary Art
SBI Art Auction is pleased to announce that the 72nd SBI Art Auction | Modern and Contemporary Art will take place on Friday, May 23 and Saturday, May 24, 2025. A total of 307 lots are scheduled to be offered, ranging from iconic works by internationally acclaimed artists to coveted masterpieces highly sought after by collectors. This seasonally fitting collection embodies the lightness and vividness of early summer, while also featuring works that invite moments of profound contemplation.
Among the standout works this season is OHHH..., a large-scale piece by KAWS. Globally recognized as a leading figure in contemporary art, KAWS continues to captivate audiences with his distinctive visual language. The stylized silhouette rendered in refined colors and forms creates a strong impact—made even more striking by the artwork’s substantial scale, sure to command attention in the exhibition space.
Another top highlight is Flowers by KUSAMA Yayoi, one of the two top lots of the sale with the highest estimate. This painting features a dynamic floral motif that symbolizes life force and cycles, set against a pink ground overlaid with net patterns striking embodiment of KUSAMA's iconic themes. Also not to be missed is Yellow light and white light, a 1980s abstract painting by MOTONAGA Sadamasa, known for his rhythmical, buoyant compositions. The gentle gradations and playful palette create a floating sensation unique to his style, drawn across a size 30 canvas.
Further enriching the lineup is Oglalalakota Warrior／オグラララコタ戦士／Wakinyan Flapped His Wings by OKAZAKI Kenjiro, painted in 2021. Bursts of vivid color—pink, red, orange, lime green—applied with bold brushstrokes generate a sense of energy and movement that feels perfectly in tune with the season’s vibrancy. Meanwhile, Reclining Nude by Léonard Tsuguharu FOUJITA offers a glimpse into the refined draftsmanship and international acclaim the artist built while working in France. It remains one of the most highly regarded works in the sale.
The auction also features Perennial 15.Jul by HIRAKO Yuichi, whose works are known for weaving together elements of nature, flora, and the human figure into dreamlike spaces. In this piece, birds surround a figure sitting quietly within a forest, creating an atmosphere that is both mystical and serene.
The collection is further enriched by renowned works such as Old Fashioned Vegetable, from Campbell Soup II (F. & S. Ⅱ.54) by Andy WARHOL, showcasing his legendary soup can series, and Banksquiat (Black)—a satirical homage by BANKSY featuring BASQUIAT’s signature crown motif. Rounding out this diverse offering is Potager by KONDO Aki, a joyful explosion of color that captures the artist’s unique worldview.
【Auction Date】
[Lot. 001-140] FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025, at 1:00 PM (JST) -
[Lot. 141-309] SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025, at 1:00 PM (JST) -
【Preview】
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (JST)
THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025, at 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (JST)
FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (JST)
SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (JST)
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【Participate in the bidding】
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>> How to Buy
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Bid Submission Deadline:
[Lot. 001-140] THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025, at 5:00 PM (JST)
[Lot. 141-309] FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM (JST)
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Venue:
HILLSIDE FORUM
18-8 Sarugakucho Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0033, Japan >> Map
【Dear participants】
We recommend participants to use public transportation as parking spaces at the venue are unavailble.
If you wish to visit by car, please consider using parking lots around the venue.
>> Map (Car parkings around the venue)
【Online Bidding】
You can bid with our Live Auction System.
>> Live Auction System
*There may be a time lag in the arrival of the data you have clicked on the PLACE BID button (indicating your intention to bid), depending on your device operating system, the web browser, the performance of your device, and the connection environment.
【Live stream】
You can access our auction's live stream as below.
>> SBI Art Auction YouTube Streaming
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※You might experience degradation of video/audio quality, depend on your device's capability, operating system, browser version, or network environment.
Sat 24 May
The 72nd SBI Art Auction | Modern and Contemporary Art
SBI Art Auction is pleased to announce that the 72nd SBI Art Auction | Modern and Contemporary Art will take place on Friday, May 23 and Saturday, May 24, 2025. A total of 307 lots are scheduled to be offered, ranging from iconic works by internationally acclaimed artists to coveted masterpieces highly sought after by collectors. This seasonally fitting collection embodies the lightness and vividness of early summer, while also featuring works that invite moments of profound contemplation.
Among the standout works this season is OHHH..., a large-scale piece by KAWS. Globally recognized as a leading figure in contemporary art, KAWS continues to captivate audiences with his distinctive visual language. The stylized silhouette rendered in refined colors and forms creates a strong impact—made even more striking by the artwork’s substantial scale, sure to command attention in the exhibition space.
Another top highlight is Flowers by KUSAMA Yayoi, one of the two top lots of the sale with the highest estimate. This painting features a dynamic floral motif that symbolizes life force and cycles, set against a pink ground overlaid with net patterns striking embodiment of KUSAMA's iconic themes. Also not to be missed is Yellow light and white light, a 1980s abstract painting by MOTONAGA Sadamasa, known for his rhythmical, buoyant compositions. The gentle gradations and playful palette create a floating sensation unique to his style, drawn across a size 30 canvas.
Further enriching the lineup is Oglalalakota Warrior／オグラララコタ戦士／Wakinyan Flapped His Wings by OKAZAKI Kenjiro, painted in 2021. Bursts of vivid color—pink, red, orange, lime green—applied with bold brushstrokes generate a sense of energy and movement that feels perfectly in tune with the season’s vibrancy. Meanwhile, Reclining Nude by Léonard Tsuguharu FOUJITA offers a glimpse into the refined draftsmanship and international acclaim the artist built while working in France. It remains one of the most highly regarded works in the sale.
The auction also features Perennial 15.Jul by HIRAKO Yuichi, whose works are known for weaving together elements of nature, flora, and the human figure into dreamlike spaces. In this piece, birds surround a figure sitting quietly within a forest, creating an atmosphere that is both mystical and serene.
The collection is further enriched by renowned works such as Old Fashioned Vegetable, from Campbell Soup II (F. & S. Ⅱ.54) by Andy WARHOL, showcasing his legendary soup can series, and Banksquiat (Black)—a satirical homage by BANKSY featuring BASQUIAT’s signature crown motif. Rounding out this diverse offering is Potager by KONDO Aki, a joyful explosion of color that captures the artist’s unique worldview.
【Auction Date】
[Lot. 001-140] FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025, at 1:00 PM (JST) -
[Lot. 141-309] SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025, at 1:00 PM (JST) -
【Preview】
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (JST)
THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025, at 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (JST)
FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (JST)
SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (JST)
【Create an account】
Please sign up from the link below if you do not have an account to register as a bidder.
>> Create an account
【Participate in the bidding】
There are four bidding methods from which to choose.
A. In Person
B. Absentee
C. By Telephone
D. To Bid Live
>> How to Buy
To bid by phone, online, or as absentee, you can register from our website.
*An account will be needed for bidding registration (If you are a registered customer and do not have a login account, or if you cannot log in with your account, please follow the procedure)
*Please make sure to check the condition of works before bidding.
>> Register for bidding
>> Create an account
Bid Submission Deadline:
[Lot. 001-140] THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025, at 5:00 PM (JST)
[Lot. 141-309] FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM (JST)
*For those who have not received an email from us
It's possible that SBI Art Auction's confirmation e-mail has been labeled as a spam mail. You might be able to find confirmation e-mail from us in your spam mail folder.
As a friendly reminder, you may consider adjusting the filtering setting of your e-mail account to prevent any mails with sbigroup.co.jp／sbiartauction.co.jp domain from going to your spam mail folder in the future.
Venue:
HILLSIDE FORUM
18-8 Sarugakucho Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0033, Japan >> Map
【Dear participants】
We recommend participants to use public transportation as parking spaces at the venue are unavailble.
If you wish to visit by car, please consider using parking lots around the venue.
>> Map (Car parkings around the venue)
【Online Bidding】
You can bid with our Live Auction System.
>> Live Auction System
*There may be a time lag in the arrival of the data you have clicked on the PLACE BID button (indicating your intention to bid), depending on your device operating system, the web browser, the performance of your device, and the connection environment.
【Live stream】
You can access our auction's live stream as below.
>> SBI Art Auction YouTube Streaming
※Live stream may be canceled without notice before or during the auction depend on network status.
※You might experience degradation of video/audio quality, depend on your device's capability, operating system, browser version, or network environment.
Artworks
307 lots
