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DescriptionSue, 1986 Original Acrylic on CanvasDM-673, Signed and dated lower right. 44″h x 28″w Provenance: D .Gennaro Gallery Santa Monica Shortly after Dennis Mukai's dear friend Patrick Nagel died in February 1984, Mukai who also was represented by Karl Bornstein at Mirage decided to completely change his style in order to stay clear of the "copycat" labels so many artists were getting at the time. Mukai for years had been creating an aesthetic close to his friend Pat but definitely his own, but now Pat was no longer around and peaking in that style, which he only was destined to forever be associated with, so it seemed necessary to transition away from it altogether. Dennis Mukai began to create a much looser gestural style that would ultimately be the style for which he would became Internationally known. This is one of those very first few canvas in 86' and the only one I have seen with a paint wrap around like Nagel. (Fun fact: Nagel also loved to paint with purple and yellow) Provenance : I am only the second owner and I purchased this gem directly from the Gennaro family that still had it in their collection since 1986. The Gennaro Gallery was widely known to sell Patrick Nagel and Dennis Mukai works. Many Nagel collectors might know the Dianne Gennaro name for the famous Nagel Commemorative #9 serigraph printed for their gallery (aka Rio 2). I am finally getting around to posting more 80s artwork. If you are interested in this canvas or more info on Mukai please inquire. It is not actively for sale, but I might consider the right offer. I BUY MUKAI! I also run PatrickNagelArts on IG and other social media. Want a Nagel? I am your go to! Social/Sharing |
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Marcus Wai 
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 1/18/2024
The sparkle in the eyes, the gloss of the lips, the streamlined form and bright colors represent so much of the time that looked towards the future with bright optimism.
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 1/18/2024
Beautiful image. Your description was really informative. Makes me think of the A-Ha animated music video as combined with the Nagel look. It's not just the line work that could make it look like Nagel, but also the subject matter and composition. All that said..I love this. Thanks for sharing.
Bill J
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 1/18/2024
Stunning painting by Dennis Mukai! I love the whole '80s vibe to this, from the hairstyle to the colors. I see the similarities to Patrick Nadel, but they don't bother me. It's a wonderful portrait I would proud to own myself. Congratulations on a fabulous pick-up!
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