<b>ISHISHI</b><br>
<b>Creature with Cross on Dark Ground</b>, 2022<br>
Acrylic or gouache on board<br>
Signed and dated lower right: "ISHISHI '22" in gold/tan<br>
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<b>Dimensions (unframed):</b> Approximately 50 x 70 cm (verify before listing)<br>
<b>Frame:</b> Unframed<br>
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<b>Artist:</b> ISHISHI (as signed). No established auction record located.<br>
<b>Provenance:</b> No gallery labels or prior auction documentation on verso.<br>
<b>Certificate of Authenticity:</b> Not present.<br>
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<b>Condition:</b> Very good. Surface clean and intact with no visible damage or paint loss. A 2022 work in near-new condition.<br>
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A companion piece to Lot 363 in medium, format, and year, this acrylic or gouache on board work presents a more figurative and emotionally intense composition. A central face or creature with wild feathery hair and fur, prominent expressive eyes, and an almost anguished visage emerges from the dark black ground, appearing to hold or be associated with a cross or dagger form. Surrounding the central figure, scrolling volutes, upward-pointing arrows, geometric blocks, and organic forms create the familiar architectural-fantasy environment. The palette is notably lighter and warmer than the companion lot, incorporating pinks, mauves, mint greens, warm browns, and cream tones that contrast powerfully with the dark ground. The upward arrow motifs suggest aspiration or transcendence.<br>
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Signed and dated "ISHISHI '22" lower right in gold. The spiritual or symbolic overtones and emotional intensity make this one of the more distinctive works in the series. Estimated value range: $150 to $600.<br>
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<b>Specifications</b><br>
Artist: ISHISHI (as signed)<br>
Attribution: Signed original<br>
Title: Untitled<br>
Year: 2022<br>
Medium: Acrylic or gouache on board<br>
Dimensions (unframed): Approx. 50 x 70 cm (unverified)<br>
Frame: Unframed<br>
Signature: Lower right, "ISHISHI '22" in gold/tan<br>
COA: Not present<br>
Condition: Very good
582452+66

Location of item: 4-10 Keon Parade, Thomastown, VIC, Australia

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