Untitled (YJ-148)
JIRO YOSHIHARA
Gouache on paper
37.5 × 44.8 cm
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JIRO YOSHIHARA
JIRO YOSHIHARA
Jiro Yoshihara was the founder and mentor of the Gutai Art Association, a Japanese post-war avant-garde group. Gutai pursued the way of innovative art by appealing directly to materiality itself – famous for their slogan ‘Don't copy anyone.’ In 1960, Yoshihara created several works composed of a bold circle spread over a plain canvas background. The artist developed this motif in his own exquisite way, which later became highly appreciated overseas. Yoshihara's circle was chosen not for any complex philosophical meaning but for its common usage in various circumstances, reflecting the innovativeness of his circle. Yoshihara played a crucial role in liberating art from stereotypes and maintained a significant influence over Gutai members.
