{"product_id":"martin-whatson-what-son-2023-framed-self-portrait-sketch-on-canvas","title":"MARTIN WHATSON 'WHAT-SON' (2023) Framed Self-Portrait Sketch on Canvas","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'WHAT-SON'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Martin Whatson, 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Rare, original hand-drawn\/signed sketch on canvas.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 x 12 x 0.65 Inches\u003cbr\u003e30.5 x 30.5 x 1.7 Centimeters\u003cbr\u003e12.5 x 12.5 x 1.5 Inches (framed)\u003cbr\u003eHand-drawn self-portrait in blue Sharpie marker on wrapped cotton canvas.\u003cbr\u003eTitled by the artist in large block letters.\u003cbr\u003eOriginal artwork (#1\/1)\u003cbr\u003eHand-signed by Whatson bottom right.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcquired in-person while creating his \u003cem\u003e'Lighthouse'\u003c\/em\u003e street art mural.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHester St. \u0026amp; Bowery in NYC, May 2023.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Note: Piece includes photo-proof print-outs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Note: Framed in black woodgrain MDF canvas molding.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eABOUT THE ART\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"621\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMartin Whatson\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Norwegian contemporary artist internationally recognized for his distinctive fusion of stencil work and vibrant graffiti abstraction. Emerging from the urban art scene in the early 2000s, Whatson has developed a signature style that balances controlled figurative elements with expressive, chaotic energy—exploring themes of identity, isolation, and the human condition. His work spans from large-scale public murals to highly sought-after studio pieces, cementing his place as a leading figure in contemporary street art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eThis hand-drawn self-portrait on canvas offers a rare and personal variation of Whatson’s visual language, executed in its most minimal and immediate form. Rendered in simple, confident line work and accompanied by the handwritten “WHAT-SON.” text, the piece captures the artist’s recognizable character style while emphasizing spontaneity and authenticity. The use of canvas further elevates the work from a casual sketch into a fully realized original, bridging the gap between street practice and fine art presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eCreated in May 2023 during the painting of Whatson’s \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Lighthouse'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e mural at the iconic Hester Street \u0026amp; Bowery location in New York City, this piece carries a direct connection to a significant public artwork and moment in the artist’s career. Drawn and signed in person, it stands as both an original artwork and a documented artifact of a live street art event. Accompanied by printed proof photographs capturing Whatson in the act of creating and signing the piece, it offers a strong layer of provenance and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"2000\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAs a one-of-a-kind, hand-drawn original on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e—tied to a specific place, time, and major mural—this work represents an exceptionally rare opportunity to collect a direct, personal expression from \u003cstrong\u003eMartin Whatson\u003c\/strong\u003e. It captures not just the artist’s hand, but the environment and energy that continue to define his global impact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Signari Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42684039463006,"sku":"152362","price":1285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0027\/5408\/4976\/files\/MartinWhatson-WHATSON_canv-EO_-1.jpg?v=1776816355","url":"https:\/\/signarigallery.com\/en-au\/products\/martin-whatson-what-son-2023-framed-self-portrait-sketch-on-canvas","provider":"Signari Gallery ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}