Claes Oldenburg’s editions capture the playful spirit of his larger public sculptures, reimagining everyday objects with a sense of humor and scale distortion that became his signature. These limited edition artworks, available for sale, reflect his exploration of consumer culture and the intersection of the mundane with the monumental.

Claes Oldenburg (1929-2022) was a Swedish-American sculptor renowned for his large-scale public artworks, often depicting everyday objects in exaggerated proportions. His iconic artwork transforms mundane items – such as hamburgers, clothespins, and ice cream cones – into massive sculptures, blending Pop Art with Surrealism. Oldenburg’s artworks challenge the viewer’s perception of ordinary objects by presenting them in an entirely new context, questioning consumerism and the role of art in public spaces. In addition to his monumental sculptures, Claes Oldenburg was also known for his fine art prints, often creating editions that capture the playful essence of his larger artworks. These limited edition prints, while smaller in scale, retain the whimsical and satirical commentary found in his sculptures, allowing collectors to engage with his art in a more intimate setting. His artworks, both in print and sculpture, are celebrated for their vibrant use of color, bold forms, and unique ability to make the everyday extraordinary. Throughout his career, Oldenburg collaborated with various architects and artists, including his wife, Coosje van Bruggen, producing numerous public installations around the world. His work continues to be admired for its ability to provoke thought and bring humor into fine art. Claes Oldenburg’s artwork has been the subject of solo exhibitions at important institutions including Museum Ludwig in Cologne (2020), Museum of Fine Arts in Boston (2018), Guggenheim Bilbao (2012) and the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York (2009).

Claes Oldenburg, Nose Handkerchief