{"title":"Yoshitomo Nara","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYoshitomo Nara: icon of contemporary Japanese art\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStep into the world of \u003cstrong\u003eYoshitomo Nara\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most influential and sought-after contemporary Japanese artists in the world. Born in 1959 in Hirosaki, in northern Japan, Nara is known worldwide for his \u003cstrong\u003epaintings and sculptures of children with both unsettling and poetic gazes\u003c\/strong\u003e, which have become one of the most recognisable visual signatures in contemporary art. In 2019, his painting \u003cem\u003eKnife Behind Back\u003c\/em\u003e sold for \u003cstrong\u003e$24.9 million\u003c\/strong\u003e at Sotheby's Hong Kong, making him one of the most expensive living Asian artists in the world. MTHOR curates the most sought-after pieces by the artist: collector figurines edited by How2work and Medicom Toy, prints and sculptures, all \u003cstrong\u003eauthenticated by our team of experts\u003c\/strong\u003e. Whether you're a confirmed collector or an art lover seeking your first Nara piece, you'll find here verified, traceable works shipped with the care that collector art deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe story of an artist: from Hirosaki to record-breaking world sales\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoshitomo Nara grew up in a remote region of rural Japan, marked by the loneliness of childhood, American punk-rock music and children's book illustrations. After studying at the \u003cstrong\u003eAichi Prefectural University of the Arts\u003c\/strong\u003e and then at the \u003cstrong\u003eKunstakademie Düsseldorf\u003c\/strong\u003e in the 1980s, he gradually developed his singular visual language: children with huge eyes, sometimes laughing, sometimes menacing, who condense in a single image all the \u003cstrong\u003etension between innocence and revolt\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis career took on an international dimension in the 2000s, supported by exhibitions at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Yokohama Museum of Art and later \u003cstrong\u003ePace Gallery\u003c\/strong\u003e, which represents him today. Although his name has sometimes been associated with the \u003cstrong\u003eSuperflat\u003c\/strong\u003e movement of Takashi Murakami, Nara has always distinguished himself from it, defending a more intimate and autobiographical approach. His value on the secondary market has continued to explode since 2015, and his edited figurines — often produced in only a few hundred copies — have become among the \u003cstrong\u003emost sought-after collectible art pieces in the world\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside works by KAWS and Murakami.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYoshitomo Nara's visual world: childhood, solitude and poetry\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoshitomo Nara's work is instantly recognisable through its \u003cstrong\u003efigures of children with hypnotic gazes\u003c\/strong\u003e, often solitary, endowed with rare emotional power. Behind the apparent simplicity of the line, his paintings and sculptures explore universal themes: solitude, melancholy, silent rebellion, but also tenderness and wonder. This \u003cstrong\u003etension between gentleness and unease\u003c\/strong\u003e is the signature that makes his work as immediately identifiable as it is deeply moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnically, Nara's figurines and sculptures are produced by the world's leading collectible art editors: \u003cstrong\u003eHow2work (Hong Kong), Medicom Toy (Tokyo), Pinpoint and Pace Editions\u003c\/strong\u003e. Three characteristics explain the value of each piece: \u003cstrong\u003ethe absolute rarity of editions\u003c\/strong\u003e (often 100 to 500 numbered copies), \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional production quality\u003c\/strong\u003e (resin, fibreglass, ceramic depending on pieces), and \u003cstrong\u003esigned and numbered original packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e that systematically accompanies each work. These three elements are essential for resale value and long-term preservation of your acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe iconic pieces of the collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Yoshitomo Nara collection at MTHOR brings together the artist's most iconic pieces, with a focus on \u003cstrong\u003ecollector figurines and limited editions\u003c\/strong\u003e. You'll find the famous \u003cstrong\u003eSleepless Night Sitting\u003c\/strong\u003e, a resin figurine edited by How2work that has become one of the absolute references for Nara collectibles, as well as the \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Fist\u003c\/strong\u003e piece, emblematic of the both intimate and combative dimension of his work. The \u003cstrong\u003eMiss Forest\u003c\/strong\u003e series, declined in several sizes and colours, is also represented, as well as \u003cstrong\u003elimited-edition prints\u003c\/strong\u003e from collaborations with Pace Gallery and Stella McCartney. Enthusiasts will also find the rarer figurines edited by \u003cstrong\u003eMedicom Toy\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as pieces from collaborations with \u003cstrong\u003eBrain Dead and A Bathing Ape\u003c\/strong\u003e. Every reference at MTHOR has been individually verified and comes with its original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy buy your Yoshitomo Nara at MTHOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMTHOR Shop specialises in selling \u003cstrong\u003eauthenticated\u003c\/strong\u003e collector pieces, whether sneakers or contemporary art. Each Yoshitomo Nara work in our collection goes through a rigorous check carried out by our team of experts: we verify \u003cstrong\u003epackaging consistency and edition numbering\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003econdition of the figurine, print or sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epresence of the certificate of authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003epublisher signature or stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal accessories supplied (box, blister, booklet)\u003c\/strong\u003e. For the most thorough checks, we rely on \u003cstrong\u003ecomparison with official references published by How2work, Medicom Toy and Pace Editions\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each order is shipped with a \u003cstrong\u003eseal\u003c\/strong\u003e, a tangible guarantee that quality control has been performed and authenticity validated. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/authenticite\"\u003eLearn more about our authentication process\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe offer \u003cstrong\u003eworldwide delivery in 2 to 8 days to your door against signature\u003c\/strong\u003e, with reinforced packaging adapted to art transport, real-time tracking via email and WhatsApp, \u003cstrong\u003e4x interest-free payment\u003c\/strong\u003e via Klarna or Scalapay, and a France-based customer service available Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — Yoshitomo Nara at MTHOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do you verify the authenticity of a Yoshitomo Nara piece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach Yoshitomo Nara piece sold on MTHOR is verified by our team of experts: consistent edition numbering, certificate of authenticity supplied by the publisher, original packaging intact, comparison with official references. We systematically verify traceability with reference editors (How2work, Medicom Toy, Pace Editions). \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/authenticite\"\u003eDiscover our complete authentication process\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the figurines numbered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Almost all Yoshitomo Nara figurines and sculptures are produced in \u003cstrong\u003enumbered limited editions\u003c\/strong\u003e (generally 100 to 500 copies). The product page specifies for each reference the edition size and the possible presence of an artist's signature or publisher's stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat packaging comes with my piece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach piece is delivered in its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e as produced by the publisher (printed box, blister, certificate of authenticity, booklet where applicable). For shipping, we use \u003cstrong\u003ereinforced packaging specific to artworks\u003c\/strong\u003e to guarantee arrival in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the delivery time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship \u003cstrong\u003eworldwide, with home delivery against signature within 2 to 8 days\u003c\/strong\u003e. You benefit from real-time tracking via email and WhatsApp, regardless of your destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill I have to pay customs fees?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo, no customs fees are charged to you.\u003c\/strong\u003e MTHOR covers all customs fees and taxes in full, regardless of your destination worldwide. The price displayed on the site is the final price you pay: no nasty surprises on delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I return my piece if it doesn't suit me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. You have \u003cstrong\u003e14 days after receipt\u003c\/strong\u003e to return your piece, provided it is in its original condition (intact packaging, seal not removed, certificate included). Refunds are processed within 24h after receipt of the return.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTo go further\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso discover our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/paul-insect\"\u003ePaul Insect\u003c\/a\u003e collection, another essential figure of collectible art. To learn more about the quality of our pieces, see \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/authenticite\"\u003eour detailed authentication process\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-skateroom-yoshitomo-nara-alone-in-the-wind-skate-deck-set-of-3","title":"The Skateroom Yoshitomo Nara - Alone in the Wind Skate Deck (Set of 3)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover a stunning piece of art with The Skateroom Yoshitomo Nara - Alone in the Wind Skate Deck (Set of 3), a must-have for any serious collector and sneaker enthusiast. This exceptional \u003cstrong\u003ecollectible skate deck\u003c\/strong\u003e features Yoshitomo Nara's iconic artistry, capturing the essence of youth and introspection in vibrant colors. Each deck stands as a conversation starter and showcases the perfect blend of skate culture and contemporary art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted with utmost precision, the skate decks are not just functional; they are a statement. Ideal for display or skating, they bring a unique flair to your collection. The captivating artwork redefines the **aesthetic of urban living**, making it a desirable addition for both art lovers and skateboarders alike. Experience the blend of streetwear and artistry that The Skateroom consistently delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis set includes three intricately designed decks, ensuring a cohesive theme that enhances any space. Omitting all doubt, the Alone in the Wind set is the perfect embodiment of style and artistic expression. Elevate your collection now and explore more from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mthorshop.com\/en\/collections\/collectibles\" title=\"Brand\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Skateroom\u003c\/a\u003e. 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This exclusive set transforms traditional skateboard decks into stunning pieces of art, beautifully showcasing Nara’s distinctive designs. Each deck features a unique artwork, creating a cohesive display that looks exquisite as part of any collection or home decor.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThese collectible skate decks are more than just functional; they are a celebration of the fusion between fine art and street culture. Perfect for those who appreciate creativity in all forms, this set allows fans to express their passion for art while embracing the skateboarding lifestyle. Ideal for collectors, each deck makes a bold statement that complements any room or showcase.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mthorshop.com\/en\/collections\/yoshitomo-nara\" title=\"Brand\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYoshitomo Nara\u003c\/a\u003e Untitled Skateboard Deck Set is part of a larger \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mthorshop.com\/en\/collections\/planches-de-skateboard\" title=\"Collection\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCollectible Skate Deck\u003c\/a\u003e line that highlights the convergence of art, culture, and skateboarding. 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