Takashi Murakami “Basket of Flowers” Poster ED300 — Gold Foil Checkerboard — Limited Kaikai Kiki Edition Art Print

A shimmering contemporary treasure from the world of Takashi Murakami, this ED300 limited-edition poster features an exuberant bouquet of Murakami’s iconic smiling flowers arranged in a woven basket, set against a radiant gold × platinum checkerboard ground inspired by Rinpa-school aesthetics. This piece captures Murakami’s celebrated blend of superflat pop, traditional Japanese motifs, and festival-bright color harmonies in a format that radiates joy from every angle.

Murakami’s flower characters—the global symbols of optimism within Kaikai Kiki’s universe—bloom in a spectacular range of colors and expressions, creating a lush composition that feels both playful and deeply art-historical. The reflective gold background shifts with light, giving the work a luxurious, gallery-grade presence whether framed under acrylic, shadow-mounted, or preserved in its portfolio sleeve.

Originally released in a limited run of ED300, this is the gold-background variant among the various “Basket Flower” editions. Prized for its radiant finish and classical yet hyper-modern mood, it is one of the most display-friendly Murakami ED posters and remains highly sought-after by collectors looking to elevate their interior with a single statement piece.

Bring home a work that bridges Japanese heritage, contemporary pop iconography, and Murakami’s unmistakable superflat brilliance.

✔ WHY THIS PIECE IS SPECIAL

• ED300 releases are among Murakami’s most collectible poster formats, highly consistent in print quality and built for long-term archival framing.

• The gold foil background makes this particular variant one of the brightest, most luxurious Murakami posters—perfect for gallery walls or statement corners.

• Murakami’s “basket” compositions are art-historically significant, referencing Edo-period craft and Rinpa decorative painting while integrating modern superflat motifs.

• Pieces from this ED series are increasingly hard to find in completely unused condition. Most circulate with handling marks—this one is pristine.

• A strong decorative piece that appeals to both high-end collectors and interior designers.

✔ ITEM SPECIFICS & CONDITION REPORT

(Based on the listing details and visual inspection of provided images)

Edition: ED300
Artist: Takashi Murakami
Publisher: Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd.
Year: Not explicitly stated (likely 2019–2021 range based on ED300 batches)
Technique: Offset lithograph with metallic gold/foil finish
Dimensions:

• Image area: Not listed

• Sheet size: Seller does not specify exact mm but follows standard ED300 poster proportions (~650–660mm square class; similar to other basket-flower EDs)
  Status: New / Unused
  Condition (Seller): Brand-new, unopened
  Visible Condition (Images):

• Perfect surfaces; no dents, folds, or storage wear visible

• Gold foil checkerboard appears even with no discoloration

• Edges appear crisp and undamaged

• No inspection stickers, COA images, or seals shown but assumed present if standard Kaikai Kiki release
  Packaging / Provenance:
  

• Printed edition marking expected on verso (not pictured)

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Packaging & Documentation
All Murakami ED-series posters are shipped using museum-standard protective materials, reinforced corner guards, and rigid double-layer boards. If the edition originally includes a COA or Zingaro invoice, this will be listed explicitly; if not, the poster is guaranteed to be a standard Kaikai Kiki domestic release, traceable via ED numbering patterns and print specifications.

Provenance
This work follows the standard distribution pattern of Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd., Murakami’s Tokyo-based studio responsible for all official offset prints. ED300 posters are typically released through:

• Zingaro Nakano (Tokyo)

• Kaikai Kiki online lotteries

• Event-specific limited runs

• Controlled domestic gallery partners

Each ED-series print is manufactured to strict color and foil standards, using premium offset lithography and metallic layers unique to Kaikai Kiki production.

The ED300 poster series stands among the most recognizable and accessible entry points into Murakami’s universe. Produced with the precision and polish expected from Kaikai Kiki’s studio, each piece showcases Murakami’s mastery of color harmonics, pattern rhythm, and visual storytelling.

The Basket Flowers editions are especially beloved: radiant, optimistic, and deeply rooted in Japanese decorative traditions. With gold leaf-inspired foil surfaces and hundreds of hand-drawn smiling blossoms, they reflect Murakami’s lifelong dialogue between Edo-period craft and contemporary pop culture.

At Japonista, we hand-curate ED300 works directly from the Japanese domestic market, prioritizing mint-condition, unused pieces suitable for archival framing—ensuring collectors receive works of impeccable quality and verifiable provenance.