Okokume
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Okokume

Spanish, b. 1985

Okokume: Balancing Spirituality and Pop Aesthetics in Art Collection

A Broker’s Perspective: The Opportunity in a Stabilized Market
Okokume’s iconic "Cosmic Girl" once ignited a global collecting frenzy. Following the market peaks of previous years, the market for her work is currently in a healthy "consolidation phase." As professional brokers, we view this as a strategic entry point for genuine collectors of Pop Surrealism. As speculative volatility subsides, a dedicated community of long-term holders remains, providing a more stable and authentic floor price for her works.

Multi-faceted Market Analysis

  • Rational View of Market Cycles: Secondary market data shows that Okokume’s auction performance has shifted from rapid escalation to a sustainable plateau. Current valuations reflect her actual collector base rather than speculative hype. Collecting her work should be driven by its "emotional healing" qualities and its status as a contemporary cultural symbol.

  • Strategic Selection of Mediums: While limited editions offer high liquidity and accessibility, we advise focusing on original paintings with unique narratives. Her exploration of environmentalism and spiritual awakening provides the academic depth that distinguishes her from other "kawaii-style" contemporary artists.

  • The Critical Role of Provenance: In a globally traded market, the clarity of a work's history determines its future ease of transition. Art Trader connects with reputable galleries and private estates worldwide to ensure that every brokered piece possesses a "clean identity," mitigating the risks associated with undocumented works.

Why Use Art Trader’s Brokerage Services?
We understand that art collecting is as much about lifestyle as it is about asset management. Beyond our current listings, Art Trader utilizes a private brokerage network to source original Okokume pieces from specific periods or themes. We provide transparent market benchmarks, ensuring that every acquisition you make is a calculated balance of rational analysis and genuine aesthetic passion.

Art Trader Analysis
High Auction Record HK$ 943,000 (Sotheby's, 2022)
Art Trader Rating Established Contemporary
Major Collections
CAC Málaga (Imago Mundi Project), Benetton Foundation
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Broker's Perspective
“Why Okokume? Okokume offers a refreshing antidote to the cynicism of the modern world. Her creation, Cosmic Girl, is not just a character but a vessel for empathy and environmental consciousness.[6] Her work successfully bridges the gap between the playfulness of Japanese anime culture and the technical refinement of European art schooling. Collectors are drawn to the genuine positivity and "healing" quality of her pieces. She represents a unique voice that combines visual delight with a serious message about caring for our planet and each other.”
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Collector Knowledge Base

Okokume is the pseudonym of Laura Mas, a Spanish artist born in Barcelona in 1985, known for her Pop Surrealist style and her signature character, Cosmic Girl.

Cosmic Girl is Okokume's best-known character—a turquoise-skinned, pink-haired spirit who travels the universe to protect the environment and heal planets in need.

Her style is often categorized as Lowbrow or Pop Surrealism, characterized by vibrant colors, flat manga-inspired aesthetics, and a blend of Japanese kawaii culture with Western street art influences.

Her work primarily explores themes of environmental protection, spiritual healing, the innocence of childhood, and the connection between the human soul and the universe.

She works with a variety of mediums including acrylic, oil, and soft pastels on canvas to create soft, dreamlike textures, as well as producing bronze and vinyl sculptures.

She has held significant solo exhibitions in major art hubs such as Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Paris, often collaborating with JPS Gallery and exhibiting at venues like K11 Art Mall.

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