Michael L. Kungl "Brasserie de Xavier"
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Framed Size : 14" x 17"
Image Size: 11" x 15"
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Michael Kungl is a renowned contemporary artist celebrated for his distinctive "21st Century Art Deco" style, which merges the classic elegance of Art Deco and Streamline Moderne with a vibrant, modern aesthetic.
Background and Career:
Early Life & Education: Kungl graduated from Spokane Falls College of Art with a degree in graphic design.
Advertising Career: He initially pursued a successful two-decade-long career in advertising, creating award-winning logos, package designs, and illustrations for major companies like Panasonic, Johnson & Johnson, Toshiba, and Nissan Motors.
Transition to Fine Art: After a significant career in advertising, Kungl transitioned to fine art full-time.
Recognition: His work quickly gained recognition, leading to commissions such as creating the official artwork for Miami Beach's 25th annual Art Deco Weekend.
Artistic Style and Influences:
21st Century Art Deco: Kungl's signature style incorporates elements of Art Deco and Streamline Moderne, infusing them with contemporary colors, textures, and a dynamic, sleek aesthetic. He often utilizes chrome and metallic elements to enhance the Art Deco feel.
Inspirations: He draws inspiration from European graphic painter A.M. Cassandre and American industrial designers Raymond Loewy and Henry Dreyfuss, who were pioneers of Art Deco and Streamline styles.
Notable Works and Collaborations:
Disney Fine Art: Kungl is an official artist for Disney Fine Art, creating unique Art Deco-inspired interpretations of classic Disney characters and stories, which are highly collected worldwide.
Star Wars & Warner Bros.: He has also contributed to the Star Wars universe and created works featuring Warner Bros. characters.
Murals and Bas-Reliefs: Notably, he was commissioned to design ten panoramic Art Deco murals and eight bas-reliefs for the World of Disney in Paris.
Television Appearances: His art has also appeared in popular television shows like "The Big Bang Theory," "CSI," and "Gilmore Girls".
"Brasserie de Xavier," it features a chef with a mustache, making an "OK" hand gesture, and holding a plate of food. The text "BRASSERIE de XAVIER" is prominently displayed.