Coplu, Wishful Beginnings, Undated
Acrylic on canvas
125 x 95 cm
Condition: Very good
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Coplu (Turkish, b. 1958) is a contemporary artist celebrated for his colourful, whimsical style that blends humour with themes of love, peace, and human connection. Born in Uşak, Turkey, he began as a cartoonist during his university years, using satire to comment on political and social issues of the time. His first solo exhibition was held in Istanbul in 1984, and by 1989 he gained international recognition, exhibiting widely across Europe, North America, and Asia. Now based between Vancouver, Canada and Antalya, Turkey, Coplu has developed a distinctive visual language of playful, sentimental figures that convey optimism and universal emotions, earning him a broad international following.
“Wishful Beginnings” is a vibrant original painting by Turkish artist Coplu, celebrated for his colourful, uplifting scenes of love, hope and optimism. Acquired in 2009 from Ode To Art in Singapore during his “Celebration of Life” solo exhibition, it became a personal symbol of new beginnings for me, as I had just started my journey with my then‑boyfriend, now husband. Over the years, the painting has travelled with us through several homes, always bringing warmth and joy to our spaces. After many years of enjoying it, we feel it’s time for this cherished piece to brighten someone else’s home as we refresh our living space. We hope it will become just as meaningful a companion in its next home as it has been in ours.
(Photographed in December 2025)