Æ (Spain, b. 1977) - “Final Fantasy VII 1997. Tifa Lockhart (2024) - Hand-Painted & Certificate of Authenticity (ref. 824) You are bidding on a stunning artwork by Æ (aka. Æ2381), crafted on Speckle-Tone archival-grade paper, part of a limited edition of just 10 hand-painted and hand-signed pieces. • Original Artwork: Unique ink-style creation by Æ, limited to only 10 variations. Highly collectible! • Medium: Hand-painted using spray paint and pastel crayons; each piece is hand-signed and numbered. • Authentication: Comes with a certificate card featuring a holographic seal of authenticity. • Materials: Crafted on acid-free Hahnemühle rice paper for Sumi-e (Japanese for “black ink”), ensuring archival quality. • Size: 37 x 22.5 cm | 14.6 x 8.9 in. • Origin: Sold and shipped directly from the artist’s studio—an excellent investment opportunity! • Edition: Limited and authorized, registered with a unique ID and listed in the artist’s official catalog. About the Artist: Æ is an accomplished artist and designer with a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Design and Multimedia Technologies from Barcelona (2004) and a degree in East Asian Studies. His passion for digital mediums began in his early years, experimenting with 1980s computer graphics to create a distinctive aesthetic influenced by minimalism, conceptual art, and skateboard graphics. Æ’s artworks are included in private collections across over 30 countries, from the Netherlands and Belgium to Italy, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. His work is also featured in public institutions like the Oriental Art Collection at the Zaragoza Museum (2024), which boasts Spain’s most significant collection of Eastern art. Artistic Style: Æ’s artwork is characterized by a minimalist approach, utilizing a restrained color palette and simple shapes to convey complex emotions and ideas. He frequently employs stark, high-contrast imagery to explore the contrasts between light and darkness, hope and despair. This minimalist style fosters an eerie and unsettling atmosphere that highlights themes of isolation, compelling viewers to confront the stark realities of a new world rich with symbols, Eastern Asian characters, and iconic imagery. Critical Acclaim: Æ’s work has received praise from esteemed art critic Thierry Fournier (Artnoises): “Æ’s art transcends boundaries, merging the civilizational DNA of the past and future. His pieces serve as emotional portals, inviting viewers to leap into a void filled with imagery and symbols, propelling us toward a timeless experience.” – Thierry Fournier (Artnoises) ★★★★★ Additional Information: • All images are taken from the first edition and are as accurate as possible; slight color variations may occur due to differences in lighting and monitor settings. The available number may vary from 1 to 10. • Immediate shipping upon payment, with appropriate insurance provided. Please feel free to reach out for any follow-up inquiries. • The frame shown in the second photo is for presentation purposes only. Combined shipping is available for multiple purchases to minimize shipping costs. Bid with confidence from a PRO and TOP seller with 100% positive feedback. We take great care in packaging and include special extras with each lot. Hashtags: #collectible #cyberpunk #dystopia #scifi #japan #MostWantedPopCultureBrands