Louie Cordero Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Louie Cordero Art Value Price Guide

Jan. 20, 2024
Louie Cordero (b. 1978)
Est: ₱30,000 - ₱39,000
Mosangoturp signed and dated 2011 (lower right) acrylic on paper 17" x 14" (43 cm x 36 cm) Accompanied by a certificate issued by Blanc Gallery confirming the authenticity of this lot
Leon Gallery
Sep. 09, 2023
Louie Cordero b. 1978) - White Emptiness of a Liberated Nothing (Anatomy of the Tropics)
Est: ₱1,000,000 - ₱1,300,000
Louie Cordero b. 1978) White Emptiness of a Liberated Nothing (Anatomy of the Tropics) signed and dated 2015 (lower right) acrylic on canvas 72" x 72" (183 cm x 183 cm) L ouie Cordero is a Filipino artist noted for his unique and thought-provoking artworks. His art reflects a blend of various influences, ranging from pop culture to traditional Filipino imagery, and it explores themes such as social issues and the human condition. In the White Emptiness of a Liberated Nothing (Anatomy of the Tropics), the contemporary artist shows his distinctive approach to art-making that involves mixing elements of cartoonish and grotesque styles. At plain sight, it appears like a weird abstract rendition of a tropical island, but upon closer inspection, one will notice a pair of feet, a brain, breasts, and then more. This acrylic painting, as the title suggests, is indeed a depiction of the anatomy of the tropics, done in the Cordero flair. Furthermore, in relation to this piece, the artist biography of Louie Cordero on Widewalls provided an interesting insight as to what makes his art one of a kind. “The Philippines are a set of islands with many different dialects and traditions that were divided for a very long time between different imperial colonial forces – this played a major role in the development of this country’s artistic diversity,” it writes, and “when observed from that perspective, Louie Cordero’s art is a perfect example of how unique someone’s work can be when developed in such an environment that supports diverse and varied creative vocabularies.” One of Cordero’s notable series is the one titled “Head.” There, he created sculptures of exaggerated and distorted human heads, it is said to challenge the traditional notions of beauty and provoke discussions about societal norms. In addition to that series, Cordero has also explored other themes, such as political corruption, consumerism, and the impact of technology on society. Overall, his works are as well known to contain a dark and satirical humor, inviting viewers to contemplate deeper societal and personal issues. A Manila-based artist, Cordero has been around the world, exhibiting his works in galleries and museums both here and abroad. (Isabella Romarate)
Leon Gallery
Feb. 18, 2023
Louie Cordero (b. 1978
Est: ₱700,000 - ₱910,000
Louie Cordero (b. 1978 Untitled signed and dated 2008 (lower right) oil on canvas 60" x 40" (152 cm x 102 cm) PROVENANCE Finale Art File, Makati City The bizarre and surreal often go hand in hand in the works of contemporary Filipino artist Louie Cordero. Based in Malabon, Cordero graduated from the University of the Philippines’s College of Fine Arts and also honed his craft through a residency at the Vermont Studio Center in 2001. Cordero's work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, including the Metropolitan Museum of Manila, the Singapore Art Museum, and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Taipei. He has also been the recipient of several awards and honors, including the Thirteen Artists Award from the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the Ateneo Art Awards. Cordero’s artistic practice is characterized by the use of uncanny and unorthodox elements such as innards, veins, and tissue, contorted into different forms and shapes that resemble unclassified new lifeforms and organisms. Such an approach and predisposition to an ultimately organic aesthetic allows Cordero to explore the possibilities of our unknown future in a way that puts life at its center. Though it may seem macabre and uncomfortable at first glance, Cordero’s pieces act as an ironic reminder of our mortality. Overall, he continues to push the boundaries of contemporary art with his unique style, thought-provoking themes, and his use of traditional Philippine imagery and symbolism. (J.D.)
Leon Gallery
Jan. 21, 2023
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) and Kawayan de Guia (b. 1979)
Est: ₱1,000,000 - ₱1,300,000
Parallel History, Parallel Struggle, Parallel Heart (King of All Kings) signed (lower center) dated 2018 mixed media 72” x 72” (183 cm x 183 cm)
Leon Gallery
Jan. 21, 2023
Louie Cordero (b. 1978)
Est: ₱10,000 - ₱13,000
Narok Eyes hand signed and dated 2021 (lower right) serigraph 32” x 24” (81 cm x 61 cm)
Leon Gallery
Sep. 10, 2022
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) - Free Radicals
Est: ₱900,000 - ₱1,170,000
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) Free Radicals signed and dated 2014 (lower right) acrylic on canvas 60" x 66" (152 cm x 168 cm) Accompanied by a certificate signed by the artist confirming the authenticity of this lot In his 2014 exhibition titled Color Combo Phantasma, to which the work at hand belongs, contemporary artist Louie Cordero plays with the full potential of color in juxtaposition with its main subject to engender what the artist referred to as “the incoherence of forms against the incoherence of the imagination.” In Wasak: Filipino Art Today, Cordero’s art is described as having “an air of ambiguity” where “a world that is often described as bizarre or riotous, and sometimes even grotesque or abject” is the commanding element of the entirety of the canvas. In addition, foremost art critic Alice Guillermo describes Cordero’s works as “corrosive candy pop.” Guillermo expounds: “Louie Cordero follows in the wake of Ocampo, although he has worked before on his own. More importantly, he has devised his own style out of the possibilities that have been opened. His art springs from an explosive mélange of dada, surrealism, pop, comics and Japanese manga; familiar idioms, yes, but in his hands taking an astonishing turn.” (A.M.)
Leon Gallery
Jul. 30, 2022
Louie Cordero (b. 1978)
Est: ₱40,000 - ₱52,000
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) Nardong Tae limited edition of 55 dated 2013 resin and automotive paint 13” x 7” x 7” (33 cm x 18 cm x 18 cm)
Leon Gallery
Jul. 29, 2022
Louie Cordero (b. 1978)
Est: ₱9,000 - ₱11,700
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) Narok Eyes hand signed and dated 2021 (lower right) serigraph 27 1/2” x 39” (70 cm x 99 cm)
Leon Gallery
Jul. 29, 2022
Louie Cordero (b. 1978)
Est: ₱9,000 - ₱11,700
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) Narok Eyes hand signed and dated 2021 (lower right) serigraph 32” x 25” (81 cm x 64 cm)
Leon Gallery
Jan. 29, 2022
Louie Cordero (b. 1978)
Est: ₱35,000 - ₱45,500
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) Untitled signed and dated 2012 (lower left) collage 14” x 13 1/4” (36 cm x 34 cm)
Leon Gallery
Sep. 11, 2021
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) Perpetual Deluge, Perpetual Guidance
Est: ₱1,000,000 - ₱1,300,000
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) Perpetual Deluge, Perpetual Guidance signed and dated 2017 (lower right) acrylic on canvas with frame: 55" x 55" (140 cm x 140 cm) without frame: 48" x 48" (122 cm x 122 cm) P 1,000,000 EXHIBITED Jonathan LeVine Projects, Under Heavy Manners, Jersey City, New Jersey, May 13 - June 10, 2017 A sense of oddity and wonder permeates through Louie Cordero’s whimsical works. In his oeuvre, Cordero displays his mastery of contemporary art expression – from street art to pop surrealism and graphic design. In recent years, Cordero’s works have slowly veered away from figurative and allegorical representation to a constructivist abstraction. The outcome is a distinct composition forming an amalgamation of distorted figures with cubist influences and a patchwork of peculiar elements and tropical landscapes. In this piece, Cordero’s interpretation of environmental deterioration, as represented by the piles of material wastes dumped into a body of water and the ravaged surroundings, is rendered in a style that converges pop surrealism and psychedelic art. Cordero evokes a timely message: abuse of the living world comes at the expense of the degradation of our own humanity. Through his art, Cordero persuades us to awaken our empathy and sow the seeds of collective action against the real culprits behind contemporary problems, which the artist has constantly insinuated in his art. In Wasak: Filipino Art Today, Cordero’s art was described as having “an air of ambiguity” where “a world that is often described as bizarre or riotous, and sometimes even grotesque or abject” is the commanding element of the entirety of the canvas. In addition, Alice Guillermo describes Cordero’s art as “corrosive candy pop.” Guillermo expounds: “Louie Cordero follows in the wake of Ocampo, although he has worked before on his own. More importantly, he has devised his own style out of the possibilities that have been opened. His art springs from an explosive mélange of dada, surrealism, pop, comics and Japanese manga; familiar idioms, yes, but in his hands taking an astonishing turn.”
Leon Gallery
Jun. 30, 2021
LOUIE CORDERO (B. 1978) Crafty 13 acylic paint on wood 33 x 36 x 7 cm. (13
Est: $15,000 - $20,000
LOUIE CORDERO (B. 1978) Crafty 13 acylic paint on wood 33 x 36 x 7 cm. (13 x 14 1/8 x 2 3/4 in.)
Christie's
Sep. 19, 2020
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) - Feminist Cultural Party
Est: ₱1,000,000 - ₱1,300,000
Louie Cordero (b. 1978) Feminist Cultural Party signed and dated 2012 (lower right) oil on canvas Internationally acclaimed contemporary artist Louie Cordero delights viewers through his whimsical graphic works in bright colors and subjects, shapes, and forms juxtaposed with pop culture elements. These usually display features of multiculturalism and pastiches that deal with the current state of urban society. What makes his works more exciting is his peculiarly Filipino approach to “pop surrealism.” In Cordero’s stylistic evolution, one can also notice his shifts between figurative, symbol-laden approach to a more abstract and constructivist style. This specific work celebrates both the absurd and mundane, a playful combination of familiar icons and colorful patterns. Cordero was under the tutelage of conceptual art pioneer Roberto Chabet during his days at the UP College of Fine Arts, and he was also influenced by the likes of Manuel Ocampo and Romeo Lee. In 2003, he was a resident at the Vermont Studio Center in the U.S. He was also one of the recipients of the CCP Thirteen Artists Awards in 2006. Estimate in USD $20000-$26000
Leon Gallery
Mar. 14, 2020
Louie Cordero (b. 1978)
Est: ₱700,000 - ₱750,000
W.O.L.F.
Salcedo Auctions
Apr. 13, 2019
Louie Cordero (b.1978) , Untitled , signed and dated 2017 (lower left) , ac
Est: ₱20,000 - ₱26,000
Louie Cordero (b.1978) , Untitled , signed and dated 2017 (lower left) , acrylic on wood 7” x 7” (18 cm x 18 cm)
Leon Gallery
Dec. 01, 2018
Louie Cordero (b.1978) Holiday On R.P
Est: ₱700,000 - ₱910,000
Louie Cordero (b.1978) Holiday On R.P signed and dated 2006 (lower right) acrylic on canvas 48” x 48” (122 cm x 122 cm) Property from the Patrick Reyno collection As a manifestation of the “New Fil-Am Painting” movement, Louie Cordero’s assemblies of stock Pinoy pop imagery finished with that prototypical acrylic matte surface (calling to mind American ghetto paintings, enlivened with graffiti, stylized body fluids and vibrant entrails, seems like a junior’s homage to its aesthetic instigator, Manuel Ocampo. As a preface, when Ocampo blew into town, he changed the imagery of Philippine visual arts by defamiliarizing the familiar repertoire: it was no longer just dada or surrealism but a postmodern night train surrealism careening on the brink of chaos. But whereas Ocampo’s reputation revels in the shock value of his flagrantly abject iconic stereotypes, Louie Cordero’s almost cutesy painterly approach makes him appealing to a broader cross section of a brace new world of audiences. The youthful defiance of his powerful works is more than reactionary and vicarious. What Cordero represents is an in-your-face disavowal of stiff upper lip sensibilities, crossing as he does into territories of our shared psyche that had long remained uncharted. This pop meets punk firewall art may partly explain Cordero’s popularity with artists, curators and the art loving public, as can be gleaned in his various gallery engagements across the United States (San Francisco, Austin, and New York City. In fact, this work, “Holiday in R.P.”, with its psychedelic, flower child era vibe, was done the year he was listed among the 2006 Thirteen Artists Awards of CCP.
Leon Gallery
Dec. 01, 2018
Louie Cordero (b.1978) W.O.L.F
Est: ₱300,000 - ₱390,000
Louie Cordero (b.1978) W.O.L.F signed and dated 2008 (lower right) oil on canvas 48” x 36” (122 cm x 91 cm) In his body of work, Louie Cordero exemplifies his fluency of the contemporary idiom — from street art to pop surrealism to graphic design. This eclectic, high-octane visual language is apparent in W.O.L.F. In this painting, the lone, central figure is a punk, complete with mohawk and tight-fitting pants. He also happens to be a wolf in “wolf’s clothing” quite literally as the word is emblazoned on his shirt. Fangs visible and claws drawn out, he growls at something invisible to the viewer, his utterance captured in a speech balloon. Whatever the wolf-punk is raging against, the psychedelic technicolor background marked by criss-crossing lines (could they constitute a veritable cage?) offer a contrasting tone, if not levity. W.O.L.F. suggests, amid the presence of visible constraints, the satisfying release of fury through the agency of music and art.
Leon Gallery
Sep. 09, 2017
Social Cancer
Est: ₱400,000 - ₱520,000
Louie Cordero (b.1978) Quantity: 1
Leon Gallery
Dec. 05, 2015
Louie Cordero (b.1978)
Est: ₱200,000 - ₱260,000
Louie Cordero (b.1978) The Black Presidents signed and dated 2004 (lower right) acrylic on canvas 48” x 48” (122 cm x 122 cm)
Leon Gallery