Lost Time, Alone Again And Far Far Down
by KAWS
Year: 2018
Medium: Screenprint in colors
Size: 32 × 53 1/4 in (81.3 × 135.3 cm)
Edition of 100
Exploring themes of solitude, reflection, and human connection, KAWS’ Lost Time, Alone Again And Far Far Down (2018) is a color screenprint measuring 32 × 53¼ inches (81.3 × 135.3 cm), issued in a limited edition of 100. Created during a defining period in the artist’s print practice, the work exemplifies his instantly recognisable visual language. Its scarce edition, exceptional craftsmanship, and established provenance make it a highly desirable acquisition for discerning contemporary art collectors.
Lost Time, Alone Again and Far Far Down is a deeply introspective body of work that highlights KAWS’ ability to express complex emotions through his instantly recognizable visual language. First presented as part of the artist’s studio practice and international gallery exhibitions, the series was never created as street graffiti. Unlike KAWS’ early interventions on billboards and bus shelters, these works rely on carefully layered painting, scale, and refined composition that are only possible in a controlled studio environment.
Created during KAWS’ mature artistic period, the series reflects a shift from pop culture appropriation toward more personal themes of isolation, reflection, and human connection. Familiar characters, including Companion, appear withdrawn or emotionally burdened, transforming cartoon-inspired imagery into universal symbols of vulnerability, loss, and resilience. The muted palettes and restrained compositions reinforce a contemplative atmosphere while maintaining the artist’s unmistakable aesthetic.
Collectors consider Lost Time, Alone Again and Far Far Down among KAWS’ most compelling contemporary series because it combines museum-quality execution with emotional depth. Limited availability, strong institutional recognition, and sustained global demand continue to support its long-term market significance.
At ArtLife Gallery, we regard this series as a defining chapter in KAWS’ artistic evolution. Closely related to Companion, Gone, and Separated, it demonstrates how the artist has moved beyond pop iconography to create emotionally resonant works that continue to attract leading collectors and major international institutions.
KAWS, born Brian Donnelly in Jersey City in 1974, has become one of contemporary art’s most recognisable figures by moving between street art, fine art, fashion, and design. After studying illustration at New York’s School of Visual Arts, he worked in animation while developing a graffiti practice that soon evolved into a distinctive artistic language.
His iconic characters, including Companion, BFF, Chum, and Accomplice, blend cartoon-inspired forms with X-shaped eyes and expressive gestures. Beneath their playful appearance, KAWS explores isolation, friendship, consumer culture, and human connection. These figures have appeared across paintings, sculptures, drawings, vinyl editions, and public works, creating a visual identity that is instantly recognisable.
Collaboration became a defining part of his career. Partnerships with Medicom Toy, Uniqlo, Nike, Dior, Supreme, and other global names helped blur the boundaries between contemporary art, fashion, product design, and popular culture. His Tokyo label, OriginalFake, strengthened this crossover during the 2000s. Even today, KAWS’ approach to collaboration shows how art can move naturally between galleries, retail spaces, and everyday life.
KAWS has exhibited internationally at major museums and institutions, presenting paintings, sculptures, drawings, and collectibles to audiences far beyond the traditional gallery system. His ability to pair accessibility with artistic ambition has made him a defining figure in 21st-century visual culture. This wide reach also helps explain why KAWS has become so famous.
His influence extends into the global art market, where scarcity, edition size, provenance, condition, and cultural significance can affect value. For anyone considering investing in KAWS art, understanding the factors behind his investment market and the prices achieved at auction offers useful context for evaluating his enduring position in contemporary art.
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Lost Time, Alone Again And Far Far Down
by KAWS
Year: 2018
Medium: Screenprint in colors
Size: 32 × 53 1/4 in (81.3 × 135.3 cm)
Edition of 100
Exploring themes of solitude, reflection, and human connection, KAWS’ Lost Time, Alone Again And Far Far Down (2018) is a color screenprint measuring 32 × 53¼ inches (81.3 × 135.3 cm), issued in a limited edition of 100. Created during a defining period in the artist’s print practice, the work exemplifies his instantly recognisable visual language. Its scarce edition, exceptional craftsmanship, and established provenance make it a highly desirable acquisition for discerning contemporary art collectors.
Lost Time, Alone Again and Far Far Down is a deeply introspective body of work that highlights KAWS’ ability to express complex emotions through his instantly recognizable visual language. First presented as part of the artist’s studio practice and international gallery exhibitions, the series was never created as street graffiti. Unlike KAWS’ early interventions on billboards and bus shelters, these works rely on carefully layered painting, scale, and refined composition that are only possible in a controlled studio environment.
Created during KAWS’ mature artistic period, the series reflects a shift from pop culture appropriation toward more personal themes of isolation, reflection, and human connection. Familiar characters, including Companion, appear withdrawn or emotionally burdened, transforming cartoon-inspired imagery into universal symbols of vulnerability, loss, and resilience. The muted palettes and restrained compositions reinforce a contemplative atmosphere while maintaining the artist’s unmistakable aesthetic.
Collectors consider Lost Time, Alone Again and Far Far Down among KAWS’ most compelling contemporary series because it combines museum-quality execution with emotional depth. Limited availability, strong institutional recognition, and sustained global demand continue to support its long-term market significance.
At ArtLife Gallery, we regard this series as a defining chapter in KAWS’ artistic evolution. Closely related to Companion, Gone, and Separated, it demonstrates how the artist has moved beyond pop iconography to create emotionally resonant works that continue to attract leading collectors and major international institutions.
KAWS, born Brian Donnelly in Jersey City in 1974, has become one of contemporary art’s most recognisable figures by moving between street art, fine art, fashion, and design. After studying illustration at New York’s School of Visual Arts, he worked in animation while developing a graffiti practice that soon evolved into a distinctive artistic language.
His iconic characters, including Companion, BFF, Chum, and Accomplice, blend cartoon-inspired forms with X-shaped eyes and expressive gestures. Beneath their playful appearance, KAWS explores isolation, friendship, consumer culture, and human connection. These figures have appeared across paintings, sculptures, drawings, vinyl editions, and public works, creating a visual identity that is instantly recognisable.
Collaboration became a defining part of his career. Partnerships with Medicom Toy, Uniqlo, Nike, Dior, Supreme, and other global names helped blur the boundaries between contemporary art, fashion, product design, and popular culture. His Tokyo label, OriginalFake, strengthened this crossover during the 2000s. Even today, KAWS’ approach to collaboration shows how art can move naturally between galleries, retail spaces, and everyday life.
KAWS has exhibited internationally at major museums and institutions, presenting paintings, sculptures, drawings, and collectibles to audiences far beyond the traditional gallery system. His ability to pair accessibility with artistic ambition has made him a defining figure in 21st-century visual culture. This wide reach also helps explain why KAWS has become so famous.
His influence extends into the global art market, where scarcity, edition size, provenance, condition, and cultural significance can affect value. For anyone considering investing in KAWS art, understanding the factors behind his investment market and the prices achieved at auction offers useful context for evaluating his enduring position in contemporary art.