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HENI Editions is delighted to present 'Rubikcubism' by Invader. The drop features four colour-filled prints from Invader’s acclaimed series of artworks using Rubik’s Cubes.
The prints are composed of Diasec-mounted Giclée on aluminium composite panel, each measuring 100 x 100 cm. The number of editions produced will be limited by demand during the drop window, which opens on 2 February 2023 and will last ten days, closing on 12 February 2023 at 23:59 GMT.
The elusive street artist Invader uses his now-ubiquitous pixelated characters to bring the digital world to the physical world and art to the masses. Self-described as an Unidentified Free Artist (UFA) whose identity is perennially hidden behind masks and digital pixelations, his pseudonym reflects his artistic practice - to invade public spaces with art.
What started as a playful attempt to make his art more publicly visible by pasting his first mosaic onto a Parisian wall in 1998 now consists of over 4,000 works on a global scale. Invader’s artwork was even the first art to be exhibited in space and can be found on the International Space Station.
Invader has challenged the traditional boundaries of the art world, holding solo exhibitions at prestigious galleries from Paris to Osaka. Never abandoning his dedication to street art, since 1998 Invader has expanded his practice into new media, producing installations and film. Invader continues to innovate within his characteristic aesthetic, allowing it to evolve as he invents new ways to bring accessible art to the masses.
"To create these artworks, I spent days in my studio twisting cubes, like painters would do mixing colours on their palette."
Begun in 2005, Invader's 'Rubikcubism' series of sculptures constructs images solely using the six-colour palette and square tiles found on a Rubik's Cube. In doing so, the resulting images convey a similar impact to the abstractions of Pointillism or Cubism, with the subject of the artwork made visible only through physical distance or when viewed through a smartphone.
The 'Rubikcubism' prints represent highlights from Invader's series thus far, translating the original sculpture-images into a new medium and format. Invaded Cube is a Rubik's Cube with the artist's logo, and Rubik Camouflage uses the Rubik's Cube to replicate his iconic alien motif. Rubik Country Life emerges from his 'Rubik Low Fidelity' series of works after the covers of his favourite albums, while Rubik Shot Red Marilyn is a highlight from his 'Rubik Master Pieces' series of tributes to great artworks. Though each distinct, the prints remain unified under the same aesthetic, which fuses inspiration from video games and pop culture.
All four 'Rubikcubism' prints are on display at the HENI Gallery. Admission to the gallery is free, with no appointment required.
HENI Gallery 6-10 Lexington St, London W1F 0LB, United Kingdom Open seven days a week, from 10am - 6pm GMT.
The Rubikcubism prints are available for a limited time only. You can use the 'Buy Now' or 'Add to Cart' buttons at the top of this page to purchase the prints. If you have any questions, please see the below FAQs or contact customer support.
The prints are available to purchase from 2 February for only ten days, until 23:59 GMT on 12 February 2023.
After the purchase window has ended, we will start production of the artworks. Each work will be numbered and hand-signed by the artist on the label, and carefully packaged for shipment.
HENI estimates that all orders will be dispatched within 4 months of the close of the purchase window. Timing is dependent on demand, COVID-19 restrictions and delays. Customers will be contacted with a tracking number before their work is shipped.
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'Rubikcubism' is a limited-edition print drop by the artist Invader, presented by HENI Editions. The drop features four colour-filled prints from Invader’s acclaimed series of artworks using Rubik’s Cubes.
The prints are composed of Diasec-mounted Giclée on aluminium composite panel, each measuring 100 x 100 cm. The number of editions produced will be limited by demand during the drop window, which opens on 2 February 2023 and will last ten days, closing on 12 February 2023 at 23:59 GMT.
The edition sizes for 'Rubikcubism' will be limited by time and by demand. The number of editions ordered in the purchase window will determine the final size of the edition.
For example, if 100 prints are ordered within the time window, the edition will be limited to just 100. Each edition will be uniquely numbered, and hand signed on the label by the artist.
The 'Rubikcubism' editions by Invader will be sold through HENI Editions.
The prints are available to purchase from 2 February 2023 until 12 February 2023 at 23:59 GMT. You can add the editions you would like to purchase and checkout from the cart, which is at the top of the page.
Yes, the 'Rubikcubism' editions can be shipped internationally. Please note that the prints are shipped from the UK. Unless otherwise stated, the shipping costs charged by HENI do not include any local taxes, import and customs duties that may be payable by you depending on where your artworks are shipped. You will be contacted by your local customs or shipping provider regarding paying VAT and any applicable duties.
HENI editions come ready to hang on the wall and do not require framing. The works are fitted with a sub-frame on the reverse, from which they can be hung. You may choose to frame the work, but this is down to personal choice.