{"product_id":"yue-minjun-untitled-smile-ism-no-22","title":"Yue Minjun - Untitled (Smile-ism No. 22)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"30\"\u003eUntitled (Smile-ism No. 22)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"32\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"32\" data-end=\"43\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yue Minjun (b. 1962, China)\u003cbr data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"74\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"85\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lithograph in colors on paper\u003cbr data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"118\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"133\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43 × 35 1\/4 in (109 × 90 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"165\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"174\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\u003cbr data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14\/45, signed and numbered to the lower edge (“14\/45 Yue Minjun”)\u003cbr data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"287\"\u003ePrinter \/ Publisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed by Hankuk Art Chain Co., Ltd. (Gwangju City, Korea) and published by Art Issue Editions (New York)\u003cbr data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"412\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acquired directly from the publisher by the present owner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eFrame\/Pedestal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not framed (sheet)\u003cbr data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"556\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eYue Minjun's Untitled (Smile-ism No. 22) (2006) is a striking lithograph that exemplifies the artist's iconic Smile-ism imagery—an instantly recognizable motif that blends exaggerated laughter with an underlying sense of tension and critique. A leading figure of Cynical Realism, Yue Minjun uses repetition, theatrical expression, and heightened color to explore themes of collective identity, social conformity, and the absurdities of modern life. Executed on an impressive scale (109 × 90 cm), this color lithograph offers both visual impact and strong presence, reinforcing its appeal as a major contemporary edition. Signed and numbered 14\/45, printed in Korea and published in New York, the work is further supported by strong provenance, having been acquired directly from the publisher by the present owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThat same instantly recognizable Smile-ism vocabulary appears in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lynartstore.com\/products\/yue-minjun-untitled-smile-ism-no-14\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eUntitled (Smile-ism No. 14), 2006\u003c\/a\u003e, a monumental color lithograph from the same edition of 45, acquired directly from the publisher. A related composition from the same year can be found in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lynartstore.com\/products\/yue-minjun-untitled-smile-ism-no-26-2006\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eUntitled (Smile-ism No. 26), 2006\u003c\/a\u003e, a signed and numbered color lithograph featuring his signature vibrant palette and exaggerated facial expressions — both available now at Lynart Gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e✔ Worldwide shipping from France\u003cbr data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e✔ Professional packaging with insurance\u003cbr data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e✔ Tracking number included for secure delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-line last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"S1PPyQ\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lynartstore.com\/collections\/yue-minjun?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Yue\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" title=\"Collection Yue Minjun\"\u003e➡️ See all available works by Yue Minjun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lynartstore.com\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact\"\u003e➡️ Contact us for any question\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-line last:mb-0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eFAQ \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eIs this Yue Minjun artwork an original edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eYes. \u003cem data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eUntitled (Smile-ism No. 22)\u003c\/em\u003e is an authentic limited edition lithograph by Yue Minjun, signed and numbered 14\/45 to the lower edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eWhat technique was used for this piece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eThe work is a lithograph in colors on paper, dated 2006.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eDoes the artwork come with documentation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eNo certificate is mentioned in the details provided. However, the work includes clear signature and edition numbering, and is supported by strong provenance (acquired directly from the publisher by the present owner), as well as full printer and publisher information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eIs this edition a good investment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eYes. Yue Minjun is a major contemporary artist with consistent international demand. The \u003cem data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eSmile-ism\u003c\/em\u003e motif is among his most sought-after images, and a signed edition of only 45 with direct publisher provenance is considered particularly collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003eIs worldwide shipping available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003eYes, the artwork ships worldwide with professional packaging, full insurance, and a tracking number for secure delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSelected for you — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lynartstore.com\/collections\/roy-lichtenstein-collection-pop-art-master-comic-imagery-and-bold-iconography?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=roy+lic\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRoy Lichtenstein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e's collection, discover it now !\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yue Minjun","offers":[{"title":"110 × 90 cm","offer_id":53223313375578,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0243\/8699\/4210\/files\/photosite_17.png?v=1767365375","url":"https:\/\/lynartstore.com\/products\/yue-minjun-untitled-smile-ism-no-22","provider":"LYNART STORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}