Julian Opie - Ruth Smoking 5 (from the Twenty-Six Portraits series)

Ruth Smoking 5 (from the Twenty-Six Portraits series)

Artist: Julian Opie (b. 1958, London)
Medium: Screenprint in colors on paper
Dimensions: 14 1/8 × 9 3/4 in (36 × 25 cm)
Date: 2005
Edition: /250, numbered to the lower left (/250”)
Publisher: Published by Alan Cristea Gallery (London)

Description:
Julian Opie’s Ruth Smoking 5 (2005), from the celebrated Twenty-Six Portraits series, captures the artist’s instantly recognizable graphic style—clean outlines, flat color fields, and a cool, contemporary minimalism that distills portraiture to its essentials. The figure’s sunglasses, cigarette gesture, and confident pose evoke urban modernity while maintaining Opie’s signature clarity and iconic presence. Executed as a screenprint in colors, the work balances the boldness of Pop imagery with a refined design sensibility. Numbered 71/250 and published by Alan Cristea Gallery in London, this print offers collectors a sought-after example of Opie’s widely collected portrait series, with enduring appeal across contemporary art and design audiences.

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FAQ 

Is this Julian Opie artwork an original edition?
Yes. Ruth Smoking 5 is an authentic limited edition screenprint by Julian Opie, numbered /250 on the lower left, and published by Alan Cristea Gallery, London.

What technique was used for this piece?
The work is a screenprint in colors on paper, dated 2005.

Does the artwork come with documentation?
No certificate is mentioned in the provided information. The edition is identified through its numbering (/250”) and the publication details from Alan Cristea Gallery.

Is this edition a good investment?
Yes. Julian Opie is an internationally established contemporary artist, and works from his portrait series are among his most desirable and consistently traded editions. A numbered edition of 250 published by a major gallery such as Alan Cristea strengthens both collectability and market confidence.

Is worldwide shipping available?
Yes, the artwork ships worldwide from Lambertville, New Jersey with professional packaging, full insurance, and a tracking number for secure delivery.